NUCC taxonomy code
Ophthalmic Assistant
156FX1101X
IndividualEye and Vision Services Providers
- Grouping
- Eye and Vision Services Providers
- Classification
- Technician/Technologist
- Specialization
- Ophthalmic Assistant
Definition
An ophthalmic assistant assists ophthalmologists by performing duties including, but not limited to, patient charting, patient education, and basic eye testing.
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