These eye care professionals perform a variety of tasks to assist the optometrist in vision assessment and corrective procedures. An optometric technician’s job description may also involve recording patient medical histories and preparing patients for eye exams as well as assisting with eye exercises and vision therapy.
The median salary for an optometric technician is $29,382 according to Payscale, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects faster than average job growth for medical assistants in general at 15%+ through 2026.
MyEyeDr
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Houston, TX
We are seeking an Optometric Technician responsible for prescreening the patients and performing any special tests in advance of the Doctor's exam. 1-3 years of related experience within a similar office...
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8 days ago
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MyEyeDr
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Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
We are seeking an Optometric Technician responsible for prescreening the patients and performing any special tests in advance of the Doctor's exam. 1-3 years of related experience within a similar office...
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8 days ago
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Berkeley Eye Center
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Houston, TX
If you are an experienced optician and/or contact lens technician who is strong in both personal and technical skills we probably have an opportunity for you to consider....
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45+ days ago
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Berkeley Eye Center
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Atascocita, TX (19 miles from Houston, TX)
Must have general vision care knowledge Must be proficient with utilizing an auto-refractor /auto-lensometer Must be able to accurately check vision Must be proficient with checking pupils, eye muscles...
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45+ days ago
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