Opthalmic Assistant Salary in Texas

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How much does an Opthalmic Assistant make in Texas? The average Opthalmic Assistant salary in Texas is $52,956 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $46,918 and $60,946. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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$46,918 to $60,946

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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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Location	Avg. Salary	Date Updated
Location Abbott, TX	Avg. Salary $48,033	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Abernathy, TX	Avg. Salary $48,087	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Abilene, TX	Avg. Salary $48,358	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ace, TX	Avg. Salary $51,766	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ackerly, TX	Avg. Salary $47,871	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Addison, TX	Avg. Salary $53,388	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adkins, TX	Avg. Salary $51,008	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adrian, TX	Avg. Salary $48,736	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Afton, TX	Avg. Salary $47,871	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Agua Dulce, TX	Avg. Salary $50,359	Date Updated April 24, 2024

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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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Texas (/ˈtɛksəs/, locally /ˈtɛksɪz/; Spanish: Texas or Tejas Spanish pronunciation: [ˈtexas] (listen)) is the second largest state in the United States by both area and population. Geographically located in the South Central region of the country, Texas shares borders with the U.S. states of Louisiana to the east, Arkansas to the northeast, Oklahoma to the north, New Mexico to the west, and the Mexican states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas to the southwest, while the Gulf of Mexico is to the southeast. Houston is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth largest in the...

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