Opthalmic Assistant Salary in Chattanooga, Tennessee

How much does an Opthalmic Assistant make?

As of December 01, 2024, the average annual pay of Opthalmic Assistant in Chattanooga, TN is $49,926. While Salary.com is seeing that Opthalmic Assistant salary in Chattanooga, TN can go up to $64,420 or down to $39,787, but most earn between $44,619 and $57,512. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Opthalmic Assistant in the United States.

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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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What does an Opthalmic Assistant do?

Common responsibilities of an Opthalmic Assistant

Educating patients on proper eye care and the use of corrective lenses.

September 03, 2023

Performing basic vision tests, such as visual acuity and color vision tests.

September 04, 2023

Providing support and assistance to patients with visual impairments.

October 29, 2023

Maintaining and sterilizing ophthalmic instruments and equipment.

November 02, 2023

Assisting ophthalmologists in conducting eye examinations and tests.

November 05, 2023

Taking patient medical histories and documenting their symptoms.

November 14, 2023

Administering eye drops and medications as directed by the ophthalmologist.

November 16, 2023

Assisting with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient records.

November 20, 2023

Preparing patients for surgical procedures and assisting during surgeries.

November 23, 2023

Instructing patients on how to insert, remove, and care for contact lenses.

November 24, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Opthalmic Assistant in Chattanooga, TN

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44619

57512

49926

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44701

57699

50054

What is the average salary for Opthalmic Assistant in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Opthalmic Assistant in Chattanooga, TN. The base salary for Opthalmic Assistant ranges from $44,619 to $57,512 with the average base salary of $49,926. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $44,701 to $57,699 with the average total cash compensation of $50,054.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$49,926	$44,619 - $57,512
Bonus	$128	$82 - $186
Total Pay	$50,054	$44,701 - $57,699

* 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.

Opthalmic Assistant Salary Near Chattanooga, TN

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chattanooga, TN
CITY, STATE Huntsville, AL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,941 - $60,505	COMPARE TO Chattanooga, TN
CITY, STATE Murfreesboro, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,421 - $58,546	COMPARE TO Chattanooga, TN
CITY, STATE Gadsden, AL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,241 - $59,603	COMPARE TO Chattanooga, TN
CITY, STATE Madison, AL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,941 - $60,505	COMPARE TO Chattanooga, TN
CITY, STATE Marietta, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,074 - $61,966	COMPARE TO Chattanooga, TN
CITY, STATE Roswell, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,028 - $61,907	COMPARE TO Chattanooga, TN

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About Chattanooga, Tennessee

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 144.6 square miles (374.4 km2), of which 137.1 square miles (355.2 km2) are land and 7.4 square miles (19.2 km2), or 5.12%, are water. The most prominent natural features in and around Chattanooga are the Tennessee River and the surrounding mountains. The city is nestled between the southwestern Ridge-and-valley Appalachians and the foot of Walden's Ridge; the river separates the ridge from the western side of downtown. Several miles east, the city is bisected by Missionary Ridge. The Tennessee River is impounded by th...

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