Is being an ophthalmic technician a good fit for you?
Helps eye doctors by testing patients' eyes, giving eye drops and showing patients how to look after their eyes.
What the work involves
- Takes and records patients' medical histories.
- Operates eye test equipment, such as machines that measure the eye's focusing.
- Does tests that measure the pressure inside the eye.
- Measures how well patients see, up close and far away, using suitable tests.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on, curious and helping. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if an ophthalmic technician is one of yours.
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