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How much do od technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for od technician in the United States is $22.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Od Technician vs Optician?

AspectOd TechnicianOptician
CertificationsOften requires certification or training in ophthalmic technologyRequires certification or licensing in some states, such as NCLE
Work EnvironmentWorks in ophthalmology clinics, hospitals, or eye care centersWorks in optical stores, eyewear retail, or eye care clinics
Job ResponsibilitiesPrepares patients, performs tests, assists ophthalmologistsFits, adjusts, and dispenses eyewear, provides patient education
Industry UsagePrimarily in medical eye care settingsPrimarily in retail and optical stores

While both Od Technicians and Opticians work in eye care, Od Technicians focus on clinical testing and assisting ophthalmologists, whereas Opticians specialize in fitting and dispensing eyewear. Their roles complement each other within the eye care industry, but their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly.

How long does it take to become an od technician?

Becoming an OD technician typically requires completing a post-secondary certificate or diploma program, which can take from several months up to a year. Some positions may also require on-the-job training or certification in specific tools or procedures, with experience building over time.

What does an od technician do?

An OD technician, often working in optical or medical fields, assists with the preparation and fitting of contact lenses or eyewear, and may perform measurements and tests to ensure proper fit and vision correction. They typically work under the supervision of an optometrist or ophthalmologist and need knowledge of optical equipment and patient handling. Certification or training in optical technology is often required.

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Infographic showing various Od Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,070 per year, or $22.1 per hour.

OD Tech Optometric Coordinator Part Time

Fishers, IN • On-site

Visionworks
Outpatient Health Care • 11 - 50 employees

$12.50 - $14/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

About Us:

Want to bring the "care" back to the vision care industry? We're looking for charismatic types who are ready to be the heart of our brand. Whether it's a friendly voice over the phone, or a welcoming smile when a patient walks into your store, we need individuals who are passionate about helping customers look great and see great.
Pay Type: Part Time
Pay Range: $12.50 - $14/hr

The Role:

A Visionworks OD Coordinator is the very face of our Exam Practice and is dedicated to ensuring the best possible journey for every patient. The OD Coordinator assists with the training and scheduling of OD Techs. This person is trained and knowledgeable about eye health and preliminary testing, optics, our products/services and managed vision care. The OD Coordinator guides the patient through the first steps of the Visionworks experience ensuring their eye exam needs are met in a simple, human and bold way.

  • Maintain complete and accurate patient records before conducing preliminary testing.
  • Introduce patient to OD and provide OD with important patient information.
  • Transition patient from doctor to sales floor and provide associates necessary information to educate and recommend products and services that meet their eye care needs.
  • Execute day-to-day operational activities to support the store's exam lane maintenance and patient experience goals including: restocking inventory, cleaning equipment, and answering phones to meet additional patient needs.
  • Count the Optometrist's daily revenue and prepare for deposit.
  • Prepare the Technician work schedules to meet patient/Doctor demand.

Qualifications:

  • Related customer or patient experience preferred, but not necessary.
  • HS diploma, GED or equivalent related job experience

What we offer!

At Visionworks, we offer a generous, competitive benefits package (for our part timers, too!) and exclusive employee discounts -including but not limited to

  • Vision Coverage)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Bereavement Leave
  • 401 (k) Savings Plan
  • Paid Time off
  • Milestone anniversary awards
  • Medical, Dental for Full Timers
  • And more!

Everyone has a story that makes them who they are. At Visionworks, we're looking for charismatic people who can lead authentically and with their own unique voice. We are actively committed to fostering an environment where all are seen and heard equally as we embrace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).

For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFM)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFM), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment.

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Compensation range for the roles is listed above. Applicable salary rangers may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses, equity, and commissions.