O*NET-SOC 29-2099.05

Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients 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

Conduct tonometry or tonography tests to measure intraocular pressure.Core19268
Take and document patients' medical histories.Core19287
Take anatomical or functional ocular measurements, such as axial length measurements, of the eye or surrounding tissue.Core19281
Measure visual acuity, including near, distance, pinhole, or dynamic visual acuity, using appropriate tests.Core19275
Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications.Core19259
Perform slit lamp biomicroscopy procedures to diagnose disorders of the eye, such as retinitis, presbyopia, cataracts, or retinal detachment.Supplemental19278
Measure and record lens power, using lensometers.Core19271
Calculate corrections for refractive errors.Core19263
Collect ophthalmic measurements or other diagnostic information, using ultrasound equipment, such as A-scan ultrasound biometry or B-scan ultrasonography equipment.Core19264
Perform ophthalmic triage, in the office or by phone, to assess severity of patients' conditions.Core21190
Clean or sterilize ophthalmic or surgical instruments.Core19283
Educate patients on ophthalmic medical procedures, conditions of the eye, and appropriate use of medications.Core21191
Conduct ocular motility tests to measure function of eye muscles.Core19266
Assess refractive condition of eyes, using retinoscope.Core19261
Conduct visual field tests to measure field of vision.Core19269
Create three-dimensional images of the eye, using computed tomography (CT).Supplemental19270
Measure corneal thickness, using pachymeter or contact ultrasound methods.Core19273
Measure corneal curvature with keratometers or ophthalmometers to aid in the diagnosis of conditions, such as astigmatism.Core19272
Supervise or instruct ophthalmic staff.Core19280
Measure the thickness of the retinal nerve, using scanning laser polarimetry techniques to aid in diagnosis of glaucoma.Core19274
Assist physicians in performing ophthalmic procedures, including surgery.Core19262
Perform fluorescein angiography of the eye.Core19277
Photograph patients' eye areas, using clinical photography techniques, to document retinal or corneal defects.Core19279
Maintain ophthalmic instruments or equipment.Core19286
Conduct tests, such as the Amsler Grid test, to measure central visual field used in the early diagnosis of macular degeneration, glaucoma, or diseases of the eye.Core19267
Conduct binocular disparity tests to assess depth perception.Core19265
Assess abnormalities of color vision, such as amblyopia.Core19260
Call patients to inquire about their post-operative status or recovery.Core19282
Instruct patients in the care and use of contact lenses.Core19285
Conduct low vision blindness tests.Core19284
Perform advanced ophthalmic procedures, including electrophysiological, electrophysical, or microbial procedures.Core19276

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 18 examples in 9 categories, 7 Hot Technology

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Medical software

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

Computer aided design CAD software

Autodesk AutoCADHot Technology
Computer aided design and drafting CADD software

Electronic mail software

Email software
Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Web platform development software

Hypertext preprocessor PHP
JavaScriptHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

SAP softwareHot Technology

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

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Getting Information

Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
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Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor patients following surgeries or other treatments.
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Test patient vision.
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Measure the physical or physiological attributes of patients.
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Analyzing Data or Information

Calculate numerical data for medical activities.
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Diagnose medical conditions.
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Performing General Physical Activities

Sterilize medical equipment or instruments.
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Clean medical equipment or facilities.
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Controlling Machines and Processes

Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems.
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Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
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Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
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Documenting/Recording Information

Record patient medical histories.
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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Communicate detailed medical information to patients or family members.
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Assisting and Caring for Others

Administer non-intravenous medications.
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Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.
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Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
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Treat acute illnesses, infections, or injuries.
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Training and Teaching Others

Instruct patients in the use of assistive equipment.
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Train medical providers.
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Supervise medical support personnel.
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

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WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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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)

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