Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician
Starting Salary
$24,260
NC Triangle area
Median Annual Wage
$31,617
NC Triangle area
% Some college, no degree
% High school diploma or equivalent
Job Outlook
+25%
NC Triangle area
Annual Job Openings
13
NC Triangle area
Ophthalmic lab technicians are meticulous specialists who cut, grind, and polish precision optical elements such as contact and eyeglass lenses. They inspect lens blanks for flaws and smoothness, repair broken pieces, and assemble eyeglass frames.
Students interested in this aspect of eye care can learn more about the occupation through the Durham Tech Opticianry program, which provides classroom and distance learning, lab work, and clinical training.
