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Ophthalmic Technician Jobs in Redding, CA

The basic job description for an ophthalmic technician is to support the ophthalmologist (eye doctor) in providing patients with quality eye care by performing clinical tasks such as taking patient medical histories, conducting eye exams/vision measurements, assisting during surgeries, and instructing patients about medications, tests, and procedures.

The median ophthalmic technician salary is $35,910, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects much faster than average job growth at 19% through 2026.

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Ophthalmic Technician
Eyecare Partners - Redding, CA
Is able to insert and remove both a soft and hard contact lens and to instruct patient on insertion and removal techniques for contact lenses....
18 days ago

Demographic Data for Redding, CA

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Salary for Ophthalmic Technician Jobs in Redding, CA

This is the average annual salary for Ophthalmic Technician jobs in Redding, CA as reported by the BLS.

$41,890

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Ophthalmic Technician positions.

Highest Education Level

Ophthalmic Technicians in Redding, CA offer the following education background
  • High School or GED (25.6%)
  • Bachelor's Degree (25.5%)
  • Associate's Degree (18.1%)
  • Vocational or Certification (15.4%)
  • Doctorate Degree (6.6%)
  • Some College (4.8%)
  • Master's Degree (3.3%)
  • Some High School (0.7%)

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Ophthalmic Technicians in Redding, CA
  • Less than 1 year (34.8%)
  • 1-2 years (34.8%)
  • None (21.7%)
  • 2-4 years (4.3%)
  • 4-6 years (4.3%)

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Ophthalmic Technician position

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