Opthalmic Assistant Salary in Passaic, NJ

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How much does an Opthalmic Assistant make?

As of December 01, 2024, the average annual pay of Opthalmic Assistant in Passaic, NJ is $63,217. While Salary.com is seeing that Opthalmic Assistant salary in Passaic, NJ can go up to $81,570 or down to $50,380, but most earn between $56,498 and $72,824. 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 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 Passaic, NJ. The base salary for Opthalmic Assistant ranges from $56,498 to $72,824 with the average base salary of $63,217. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,601 to $73,059 with the average total cash compensation of $63,380.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $63,217 $56,498 - $72,824
Bonus $162 $104 - $236
Total Pay $63,380 $56,601 - $73,059
* 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 Passaic, NJ

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Passaic, NJ
CITY, STATE Clifton, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,596 - $72,950 COMPARE TO Passaic, NJ
CITY, STATE Bloomfield, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,596 - $72,950 COMPARE TO Passaic, NJ
CITY, STATE Hackensack, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,547 - $72,887 COMPARE TO Passaic, NJ
CITY, STATE Paramus, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,645 - $73,014 COMPARE TO Passaic, NJ
CITY, STATE Bergenfield, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,547 - $72,887 COMPARE TO Passaic, NJ
CITY, STATE East Orange, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,565 - $71,622 COMPARE TO Passaic, NJ
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About Passaic, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 3.244 square miles (8.401 km2), including 3.146 square miles (8.149 km2) of....More

Passaic, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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