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Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician
Starting Salary
$28,371
NC Triangle area
Median Annual Wage
$35,252
NC Triangle area
% Less Than High School Diploma
% High school diploma or equivalent
Job Outlook
+4.2%
NC Triangle area
Annual Job Openings
3
NC Triangle area
Ophthalmic lab technicians are meticulous specialists who cut, grind, and polish precision optical elements such as contact and eyeglass lenses. They inspect lens blanks for flaws and smoothness, repair broken pieces, and assemble eyeglass frames.
Students interested in this aspect of eye care can learn more about the occupation through the 麻豆影视 Opticianry program, which provides classroom and distance learning, lab work, and clinical training.