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Wills Eye Hospital

Ophthalmic Technician

King Of Prussia, PA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

... and, and manifest refraction/autorefractometry. Increasingly complex patient procedures may also be assigned as determined by level of proficiency and experience. Essential Duties and ...

Wills Eye Hospital

Ophthalmic Technician

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

... refraction/autorefractometry. Increasingly complex patient procedures may also be assigned as determined by level of proficiency and experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provides ...

Wills Eye Hospital

Ophthalmic Technician

Paoli, PA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

... refraction/autorefractometry. Increasingly complex patient procedures may also be assigned as determined by level of proficiency and experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provides ...

Wills Eye Hospital

Ophthalmic Technician

King Of Prussia, PA · On-site

$18.75 - $25.25/hr

... refraction/autorefractometry. Increasingly complex patient procedures may also be assigned as determined by level of proficiency and experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provides ...

Wills Eye Hospital

Ophthalmic Technician

Paoli, PA

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

... and, and manifest refraction/autorefractometry. Increasingly complex patient procedures may also be assigned as determined by level of proficiency and experience. Essential Duties and ...

Vision to Learn

Optometrist

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Provide vision evaluations: check VA's, assess binocular vision, IOP, pupils, perform a full refraction and prescribe appropriate correction, and assess ocular health * Prescribe vision devices ...

Wills Eye Hospital

Ophthalmic Technician

King Of Prussia, PA · On-site

$18.75 - $25.25/hr

... and, and manifest refraction/autorefractometry. Increasingly complex patient procedures may also be assigned as determined by level of proficiency and experience. Essential Duties and ...

Wills Eye Hospital

Ophthalmic Technician

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

... and, and manifest refraction/autorefractometry. Increasingly complex patient procedures may also be assigned as determined by level of proficiency and experience. Essential Duties and ...

Vision To Learn

Optometrist

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Provide vision evaluations: check VA's, assess binocular vision, IOP, pupils, perform a full refraction and prescribe appropriate correction, and assess ocular health * Prescribe vision devices ...

Wills Eye Hospital

Ophthalmic Technician

Paoli, PA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

... and, and manifest refraction/autorefractometry. Increasingly complex patient procedures may also be assigned as determined by level of proficiency and experience. Essential Duties and ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for refraction in Philadelphia, PA is $22.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.17 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Refraction vs Optician?

AspectRefractionOptician
Primary RolePerforming eye exams to determine prescriptionsFitting and dispensing eyewear based on prescriptions
Required CredentialsOptometrists typically hold Doctor of Optometry (OD) degreesLicensed eyewear specialists, often with certification in optical dispensing
Work EnvironmentEye clinics, private practices, healthcare settingsOptical stores, eyewear retail outlets
Industry UsageHealthcare and vision careRetail and customer service in eyewear sales

Refraction involves conducting eye exams to determine prescriptions for corrective lenses, typically performed by optometrists. Opticians focus on fitting and dispensing eyewear based on those prescriptions. While both roles are essential in eye care, refraction is more clinical, whereas opticians work in retail settings to provide eyewear solutions.

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Infographic showing various Refraction job openings in Philadelphia, PA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,346 per year, or $22.8 per hour.

Ophthalmic Technician

Wills Eye Hospital

Philadelphia, PA

$18 - $24.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Wills Eye Hospital rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

100th of 1,064 rated hospitals

Job description

Primary Function:

  • Under the direct supervision of the Ophthalmologist/Optometrist, the Ophthalmic Technician provides a variety of preliminary ocular assessment activities, including but not limited to, obtaining a complete and accurate medical history, visual acuity and stereo testing, lensometry, motility, applanation tonometry, pupil dilation, potential acuity meter testing and, and manifest refraction/autorefractometry. Increasingly complex patient procedures may also be assigned as determined by level of proficiency and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Provides assistance to the physician with examination procedures and other patient care activities as requested.
  2. Oversees the efficient flow of patients through the eye clinic, assuring that resources are sufficient for scheduled patients and that they are directed appropriately.
  3. When appropriate, performs lensometry, including reading lenses with multifocal and progressive adds, power of sphere, axis of cylinder power and orientation of prism.
  4. Performs intraocular pressure assessments through the use of applanation tonometry and also utilizing the tonopen.
  5. Instills dilating drops (and other ophthalmic drops) per physician's instructions.
  6. Interacts and communicates in a professional manner with fellow employees, medical staff and other health team professionals.
  7. Ensures that exam rooms are stocked with appropriate instruments, as well as patient handouts, & any other equipment/materials, as required by physicians.
  8. Formulates and maintains effective working relationships with peers, managers and other members of the health care team.
  9. Receives constructive feedback in a positive self-develop-mental manner.
  10. Functions as an effective team member.
  11. Demonstrate adaptability, flexibility, and accountability when changes are made in job description and responsibility, including performing all qualified duties throughout other areas of the hospital.
  12. Strives to maintain the confidentiality of all patients and their families/significant other(s).

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