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Ophthalmic Assistant

Average Experienced Ophthalmic Assistant with Patient Education Skills Salary in South Africa

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R246,802
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)

The average salary for an Ophthalmic Assistant is R246,802 in 2025

Base Salary
R0 - R247k
Bonus
R0 - R16k
Total Pay
R0 - R263k
(last updated May 01 2022)
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What Do Ophthalmic Assistants Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Ophthalmic Assistant

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Gender Breakdown for Ophthalmic Assistants

Female
75.0%
Male
25.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Ophthalmic Assistants

What is the highest pay for Ophthalmic Assistants?

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How can Ophthalmic Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Ophthalmic Assistant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Ophthalmic Assistant that oversees more junior Ophthalmic Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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