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| Duties and Responsibilities: | |
Ophthalmic technicians or technologists help ophthalmologists collect
data and measurements to allow the correct diagnosis and treatment of eye
diseases and problems. They work at hospitals, clinics, or for ophthalmologists
in private practice. Their duties often include:
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| Average Salary: $14,000 - $25,000 | |
| Educational Requirements: | |
| Students will need a high school diploma (or GED certificate) and two years of college prior to beginning ophthalmic training programs. These programs may vary in length, but can take up to two years to complete. | |
| For More Information: | |
| American Academy of Ophthalmology
P.O. Box 7424 San Francisco, CA 94120-7424 (415) 561-8500 |
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