How much does an Opthalmic Assistant make in Bloomington, IN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Opthalmic Assistant in Bloomington, IN is $51,056. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $45,625 to $58,809, with most professionals earning between $40,681 and $65,868.

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What is an Opthalmic Assistant?

An Ophthalmic Assistant is responsible for providing support to ophthalmologists and optometrists in a clinical setting. Their duties may include taking patient medical histories, performing preliminary eye exams, administering eye drops, assisting with diagnostic tests, and providing patient education on eye care and contact lens use. They may also be responsible for maintaining and sterilizing equipment, scheduling appointments, and performing administrative tasks. Ophthalmic Assistants must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a solid understanding of eye anatomy and common eye conditions.

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Opthalmic Assistant in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Opthalmic Assistant in Bloomington, IN. The base salary for Opthalmic Assistant ranges from $45,625 to $58,809 with the average base salary of $51,056. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $45,709 to $58,996 with the average total cash compensation of $51,188.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $51,056 $45,625 - $58,809
Bonus $132 $83 - $187
Total Pay $51,188 $45,709 - $58,996
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Bloomington, IN
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CITY, STATE Terre Haute, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,115 - $58,152 COMPARE TO Bloomington, IN
CITY, STATE Fishers, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,769 - $58,995 COMPARE TO Bloomington, IN
CITY, STATE Carmel, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,137 - $62,046 COMPARE TO Bloomington, IN
CITY, STATE Vincennes, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,238 - $57,022 COMPARE TO Bloomington, IN
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About Bloomington, Indiana    Bloomington is a city in and the county seat of Monroe County in the southern region of the U.S. state of Indiana. It is the seventh-largest city in I....More

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