Careers · Ophthalmic Medical Technologists · Michigan
Ophthalmic Medical Technologists in Michigan
Ophthalmic medical technologists assist ophthalmologists in clinical and surgical eye care settings. They perform diagnostic tests, take specialized eye photographs, administer medications, prepare surgical instruments, and supervise other ophthalmic staff In Michigan the median pay is $48,520 a year, 4% below the national median of $50,290.
$48,520median pay in Michigan, per year
$40,230–$61,600middle half earn
5,870employed in Michigan
$50,290U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.
Skills that matter most
Active ListeningSpeakingSocial PerceptivenessService OrientationCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionWritingCoordination
Knowledge areas
Customer and Personal ServiceMedicine and DentistryEnglish LanguageEducation and TrainingMathematics (knowledge)Administrative
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Ophthalmic Medical Technologists.
Licenses and training in Michigan
Ophthalmic Medical Technologists pay in other states
Wyoming · $80,520Delaware · $78,650Washington · $62,090Maine · $61,490Massachusetts · $60,500California · $60,390Oregon · $60,390New York · $60,320Hawaii · $59,900Minnesota · $59,540
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against ophthalmic medical technologists and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
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O*NET-SOC 29-2099.05. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Michigan, annual.