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Contact Lens Fitter
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What they do
An Ophthalmic Technician makes prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses by cutting and shaping lenses according to individual prescriptions. May make lenses for other optical equipment, such as telescopes or microscopes. Works in medical equipment manufacturing facilities and laboratories, retail stores, or in the offices of optometrists and physicians.
$37,666 / year median in Georgia
+30% projected growth
Job Description
The qualified individual will be responsible for contact lens fitting and administration of the Contact Lens section of our office. This will include assisting the contact lens department in all day-to-day operations, maintaining contact lens inventory, and promoting good communication channels to aid the contact lens department in patient and vendor relationships. High School diploma and some college desired. One to three years experience in ophthalmology medical group practice is preferred.