The 2025 ODA National Wage Survey Results Have Been Published
- Optical Dispensers Australia
- 3 days ago
- 1 min read
In April 2025, Optical Dispensers Australia (ODA) conducted an anonymous national wage survey to gather data on the current wages, employment conditions, and career experiences of optical dispensers and those in affiliated roles across Australia.
With 451 responses, the results indicate some clear patterns around job satisfaction with the majority of survey respondents expressing frustration that their wages do not reflect the specialised nature of their work.
A report on the results can be found via Insight Ophthalmic News: https://www.insightnews.com.au/oda-survey-reveals-life-as-an-optical-dispenser/
CEO, April Petrusma said that the takeaway message from this survey is clear:
“Optical dispensing is a skilled profession that requires ongoing learning, precision, and problem-solving – yet it’s often not recognised or rewarded accordingly in pay structures. This disconnect needs to be addressed if practices want to attract and retain skilled dispensers who contribute so much to their success.”
“While hourly rates between $25-35 may seem reasonable at a glance, they often fall short when you consider the level of expertise and accountability expected of dispensers...”
Continue reading more in the latest (August) edition of Insight News or on their website.
In the interest of transparency for the industry, the full data results can be viewed here:
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