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Clinical Research Assistant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Perform trial frame refraction and Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS) visual acuity testing (For Investigator Sponsored Trials (IST)s only, at selected sites). * Inform subjects and ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for refraction in Raleigh, NC is $21.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $23.61 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 Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,610 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Visual Acuity Examiner

Cary, NC • On-site

North Carolina Retina Associates
11 - 50 employees
Learn more about North Carolina Retina Associatesexternal

$23 - $28/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

NC Retina Associates is seeking a Visual Acuity Examiner to join the Research team. The Visual Acuity Examiner is primarily responsible for performing standardized refraction and visual acuity as required by various study protocols and manual of procedures. Day-to-day activities may include all or some of the essential functions listed below, depending upon individual experience / knowledge and the needs of the organization which are subject to change from time to time.

Duties:
  • Communicates/coordinates subject flow with other members of the study team.
  • Performs manifest refraction and best corrected visual acuity with loose lenses per protocol, low luminance and speed-reading testing (Minnesota [MD] Read and Radner) in a timely manner, and with accuracy, per the study protocols.
  • Performs Pelli-Robson or Mars Contrast Sensitivity, Color Vision testing, and any other vision testing that suits the needs of the clinical trials such as Adaptive Sensory Technology (AST)
  • Performs study/protocol procedures in a detailed, accurate manner
  • Familiar with the vision portion of all protocols and schedule of assessments
  • Correctly utilize the manual lensometer to read RX’s from glasses.
  • Performs auto-refraction and keratometry
  • Obtains intraocular pressure (tonopen and goldman applanation) and instills dilation drops per the study protocols. • Obtain various sponsor-required certifications within a timely manner
  • Maintain and status of certifications (i.e. not letting a certification expire)
  • Responsible for ensuring the visual acuity lane is properly certified and is kept to the certification requirements
  • Maintains all equipment, lenses, and charts required for Visual Acuity testing Maintains and updates records of all certified equipment (i.e., burn-in logs and the record of light bulbs changes for primary and back-up bulbs) and provides sponsors and Clinical Trial staff with updated information
  • Maintains good relationships with vendors and sponsors and addresses deviations in a timely manner

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or equivalent, with significant relevant experience Ophthalmology and/or Optometry experience preferred
  • Refracting experience preferred
  • Effective oral and written communication
  • Delivers safe and appropriate care to subjects in addition to the requirements outlined by study protocols