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Resume skills guide · SOC 51-9083

Skills for Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians

The skills, knowledge, and tools that matter most for ophthalmic laboratory technicians, ranked by O*NET importance — so you know what to lead with on your resume.

What to lead with

Refit analysis ·O*NET rates Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Monitoring as the highest-importance skills here — so a resume aimed at this role should lead with evidence of those, not a generic skills list.

Top skills (ranked by importance)

O*NET importance score in parentheses (1–5).

  • 1.Reading Comprehension3
  • 2.Critical Thinking3
  • 3.Monitoring3
  • 4.Active Listening2.88
  • 5.Speaking2.88
  • 6.Writing2.75
  • 7.Active Learning2.75
  • 8.Learning Strategies2.5
  • 9.Mathematics2.12
  • 10.Science1.75

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Knowledge areas

  • Production and Processing
  • Mechanical
  • Mathematics
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administration and Management
  • English Language
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Education and Training

Core work activities

  • Getting Information
  • Handling and Moving Objects
  • Controlling Machines and Processes
  • Working with Computers
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

In-demand tools & technology

  • SAP software
  • Electronic medical record EMR software
  • Eyeglass design software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word