Optometrist

Job Description:

examining patients’ eyes and conducting diagnostic tests to assess ocular health and determine the nature and extent of vision problems and abnormalities; testing visual function using specialized instruments and equipment for measuring visual acuity and refractive error, the function of visual pathways, visual fields, eye movements, freedom of vision and intraocular pressure; detecting, diagnosing and managing eye disease, including prescribing medications for the treatment of eye disease; consulting with and referring patients to ophthalmologists or other health professionals if additional medical treatment is necessary; detecting and diagnosing eye movement disorders and defects of binocular function, and planning and managing treatment programs, including counseling patients in eye exercises to coordinate movement and focusing of eyes; prescribing corrective eyeglasses, contact lenses and other vision aids, and checking optical devices for performance, safety, comfort, and lifestyle; advising on visual health matters such as contact lens care, vision care for the elderly, optics, visual ergonomics, and occupational and industrial eye safety. Examples of the occupations classified here: - Ophthalmic Optician - Optometrist - Orthoptist Some related occupations classified elsewhere: - Ophthalmologist - 2212 - Dispensing optician – 3254

Key Skills :

Eye

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