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A broad category grouping different kinds of technologists and technicians. See individual definitions.

An ophthalmic technician/technologist assists ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions, including administering eye exams, administering eye medications, and instructing the patient in care and use of corrective lenses.

An optometric technician assists optometrists by performing duties, including but not limited to, basic eye testing, diagnostic tests, and assistance with corrective lenses.

An optometric assistant assists optometrists by performing duties, including but not limited to, customer service, basic eye testing, and patient education.

An ophthalmic assistant assists ophthalmologists by performing duties including, but not limited to, patient charting, patient education, and basic eye testing.

Source: NUCC, CMS