Optometry Technician or Assistant 

Duties and Responsibilities: Optometric technicians perform a variety of tasks to assist the optometrist in eye examinations and corrective procedures. They record patient medical histories and help prepare the patient for the vision examination. They also assist with tests that help ensure the accurate diagnosis and treatment of a diseased eye. 

Salary: $30,590 

Education/ Demands for this profession: 

• Education: High school diploma required, training programs and associate degrees available. 
• Job Skills: Patient rapport, work precision, teamwork, office application skills. 
• Median Salary (2015): $30,590 for medical assistants. 
• Job Growth (2014-2024): 23% for medical assistants. 

Reflection: I am not sure I want to be a Optometry Technician or Assistant.