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Ophthalmic Technician

Des Peres, MO · On-site

$18.50 - $25/hr

Ophthalmology Consultants Location: Des Peres, MO Travel: Travel to our other locations in the metro St Louis area and Sullivan, MO will be required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement! Perks

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Ophthalmologist

Montgomery, AL · On-site

D, Montgomery Eye Physicians was the first comprehensive ophthalmology practice in the River Region. With a legacy of commitment, passion for excellence, and dedication to serving, we continue to ...

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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for ophthalmology job in the United States is $22.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Ophthalmology Job vs Optometry Job?

AspectOphthalmology JobOptometry Job
Required CredentialsMedical degree (MD or DO), ophthalmology residencyDoctor of Optometry (OD) degree
Work EnvironmentHospitals, specialized clinics, private practicesOptometry clinics, retail optical stores, private practices
Employer & Industry UsageMedical hospitals, specialized eye centersOptometry practices, retail optical chains
Common Search & ComparisonOphthalmology Job vs Optometry Job

Ophthalmology jobs involve medical and surgical treatment of eye conditions, requiring medical degrees and specialized training. Optometry jobs focus on eye exams, vision correction, and basic eye health, requiring an OD degree. While both roles work in eye care, ophthalmologists perform surgeries and diagnose complex diseases, whereas optometrists primarily provide vision care and screenings.

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Ophthalmic Assistant -Ophthalmology Clinic

Ophthalmic Assistant -Ophthalmology Clinic

UT Southwestern Medical Center

Dallas, TX

$17.50 - $23/hr

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Re-posted 2 days ago

UT Southwestern rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 147 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

105th of 880 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information

Salary

Salary Negotiable

Experience and Education

  • High school graduation plus completion of basic and advanced home-study courses approved by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology, and 
  • Two years of experience including one year in medical or related field.
  • Prefer completion of the home study course for Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology within one year of hire date.

Job Duties

  • Assists ophthalmologists in treatment and care of patients. 
  • Opens, stocks, cleans, and closes patient rooms. 
  • Obtains basic medical history and ocular complaints from patients. 
  • Measures patients' glasses. 
  • Writes and calls in Rx prescriptions to pharmacies as directed by ophthalmologists. 
  • Tests ocular functions, including visual acuity, muscle balance, and intra-ocular tension. 
  • Administers eye and oral medications as directed by ophthalmologists. 
  • Changes eye dressings and instructs patients and/or caregivers in home care. 
  • Maintains ophthalmic instruments by sterilizing surgical instruments and cleaning exposed lenses, mirrors, and prisms and replacing burned out bulbs and batteries. 
  • Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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