Opthalmic Assistant Salary in Alpine, UT

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How much does an Opthalmic Assistant make in Alpine, UT? The average Opthalmic Assistant salary in Alpine, UT is $52,929 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $46,892 and $60,916. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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What is an Opthalmic Assistant?

An Ophthalmic Assistant is responsible for providing support to ophthalmologists and optometrists in a clinical setting. Their duties may include taking patient medical histories, performing preliminary eye exams, administering eye drops, assisting with diagnostic tests, and providing patient education on eye care and contact lens use. They may also be responsible for maintaining and sterilizing equipment, scheduling appointments, and performing administrative tasks. Ophthalmic Assistants must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a solid understanding of eye anatomy and common eye conditions.

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What does an Opthalmic Assistant do?

Common responsibilities of an Opthalmic Assistant

Educating patients on proper eye care and the use of corrective lenses.

September 03, 2023

Performing basic vision tests, such as visual acuity and color vision tests.

September 04, 2023

Providing support and assistance to patients with visual impairments.

October 29, 2023

Maintaining and sterilizing ophthalmic instruments and equipment.

November 02, 2023

Assisting ophthalmologists in conducting eye examinations and tests.

November 05, 2023

Taking patient medical histories and documenting their symptoms.

November 14, 2023

Administering eye drops and medications as directed by the ophthalmologist.

November 16, 2023

Assisting with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient records.

November 20, 2023

Preparing patients for surgical procedures and assisting during surgeries.

November 23, 2023

Instructing patients on how to insert, remove, and care for contact lenses.

November 24, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Opthalmic Assistant in Alpine, UT

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46892

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52929

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53118

What is the average salary for Opthalmic Assistant in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Opthalmic Assistant in Alpine, UT. The base salary for Opthalmic Assistant ranges from $46,892 to $60,916 with the average base salary of $52,929. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $47,041 to $61,212 with the average total cash compensation of $53,118.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$52,929	$46,892 - $60,916
Bonus	$189	$149 - $296
Total Pay	$53,118	$47,041 - $61,212

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Opthalmic Assistant Salary Near Alpine, UT

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Alpine, UT
CITY, STATE Lehi, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,970 - $57,120	COMPARE TO Alpine, UT
CITY, STATE Sandy, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,965 - $59,712	COMPARE TO Alpine, UT
CITY, STATE South Jordan, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,882 - $59,604	COMPARE TO Alpine, UT
CITY, STATE Orem, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,178 - $57,390	COMPARE TO Alpine, UT
CITY, STATE Provo, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,178 - $57,390	COMPARE TO Alpine, UT
CITY, STATE Salt Lake City, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,090 - $59,875	COMPARE TO Alpine, UT

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About Alpine, Utah

Alpine is a city on the northeastern edge of Utah County, Utah, United States. The population was 9,555 at the 2010 census. Alpine has been one of the many quickly-growing cities of Utah since the 1970s, and especially the 1990s. It is located on the slopes of the Wasatch Range north of Highland and American Fork. The west side of the city runs above the Wasatch Fault. Alpine is located on State Route 74, just north of the city of Highland. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.4 square miles (19.2 km2). None of that area is covered with water, although a...

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