Optometry Technician or Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities: They record patient medical history and help prepare the patient for the vision examination. They also assist with tests that help ensure the accurate diagnosis and treatment of a diseased eye. They are usually in charge of making sure that the patient understands the proper care and use of glasses and contact lenses that the doctor has prescribed.

Salary: $27,200

Education: High school diploma. Two year associate's degree

Demand: Employment opportunities for optometric technicians should be excellent over the next decade. There is an expected increase of over 20% in the number of new jobs that will become available