O*NET-SOC 29-2057.00

Ophthalmic Medical Technicians

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions. May administer eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct the patient in care and use of corrective lenses.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Take and document patients' medical histories.Core19252
Conduct tonometry or tonography tests to measure intraocular pressure.Core19257
Operate ophthalmic equipment, such as autorefractors, phoropters, tomographs, or retinoscopes.Core19250
Take anatomical or functional ocular measurements of the eye or surrounding tissue, such as axial length measurements.Core19251
Measure visual acuity, including near, distance, pinhole, or dynamic visual acuity, using appropriate tests.Core19249
Measure and record lens power, using lensometers.Core19248
Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications.Core19239
Conduct visual field tests to measure field of vision.Core19245
Assist physicians in performing ophthalmic procedures, including surgery.Core19255
Measure corneal curvature with keratometers or ophthalmometers to aid in the diagnosis of conditions, such as astigmatism.Core19258
Conduct ocular motility tests to measure function of eye muscles.Core19244
Clean or sterilize ophthalmic or surgical instruments.Core19243
Maintain ophthalmic instruments or equipment.Core19247
Instruct patients in the care and use of contact lenses.Core19246
Assess refractive conditions of eyes, using retinoscopes.Core19240
Call patients to inquire about their post-operative status or recovery.Core19242
Assist patients to insert or remove contact lenses.Core19241
Conduct binocular disparity tests to assess depth perception.Core19256
Adjust or make minor repairs to spectacles or eyeglasses.Supplemental19253
Assist patients to select eyewear.Supplemental19254

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 14 examples in 7 categories, 5 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Medical software

AcuityPro
EyeMD EMR Healthcare Systems EyeMD EMR
ezChartWriter
iChartPlus
Medflow Complete
MediPro Medisoft Clinical
NaviNet Open

Electronic mail software

Email software
Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor patients following surgeries or other treatments.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Test patient vision.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Measure the physical or physiological attributes of patients.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Performing General Physical Activities

Sterilize medical equipment or instruments.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Clean medical equipment or facilities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Controlling Machines and Processes

Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Record patient medical histories.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Assisting and Caring for Others

Administer non-intravenous medications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Fit eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other vision aids.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

Instruct patients in the use of assistive equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Recommend types of assistive devices.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 14

Distinct tools0

Level mix

No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.