Careers · Ophthalmic Medical Technologists · Montana
Ophthalmic Medical Technologists in Montana
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 Montana the median pay is $51,620 a year, 3% above the national median of $50,290.
$51,620median pay in Montana, per year
$45,340–$64,250middle half earn
310employed in Montana
$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 Montana
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.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against ophthalmic medical technologists and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 29-2099.05. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Montana, annual.