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2514 - Optometrists and Orthoptists
OPTOMETRISTS AND ORTHOPTISTS perform eye examinations and vision tests, prescribe lenses, other optical aids and therapy, and diagnose and manage eye movement disorders and associated sensory problems.
Indicative Skill Level:
In Australia and New Zealand:
Occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
examining patients' eyes and setting tests to determine the nature and extent of vision problems and abnormalities;
assessing ocular health and visual function by measuring visual acuity and refractive error, and testing the function of visual pathways, visual fields, eye movements, freedom of vision and intraocular pressure, and performing other tests using special eye test equipment;
detecting, diagnosing and managing eye disease, referring patients to, and receiving referrals from other health providers, and prescribing medications for the treatment of eye disease;
diagnosing eye movement disorders and defects of binocular function;
prescribing lenses, contact lenses and low vision aids, and checking suitability and comfort;
prescribing exercises to coordinate movement and focusing of eyes;
managing programs for eye movement disorders, and instructing and counselling patients in the use of corrective techniques and eye exercises;
advising on visual health matters such as contact lens care, vision care for the elderly, optics, visual ergonomics, and occupational and industrial eye safety;
conducting preventative screening programs;
conducting rehabilitation programs for the visually impaired.
Occupations:
251411 Optometrist
251412 Orthoptist
Indicative Skill Level:
In Australia and New Zealand:
Occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
examining patients' eyes and setting tests to determine the nature and extent of vision problems and abnormalities;
assessing ocular health and visual function by measuring visual acuity and refractive error, and testing the function of visual pathways, visual fields, eye movements, freedom of vision and intraocular pressure, and performing other tests using special eye test equipment;
detecting, diagnosing and managing eye disease, referring patients to, and receiving referrals from other health providers, and prescribing medications for the treatment of eye disease;
diagnosing eye movement disorders and defects of binocular function;
prescribing lenses, contact lenses and low vision aids, and checking suitability and comfort;
prescribing exercises to coordinate movement and focusing of eyes;
managing programs for eye movement disorders, and instructing and counselling patients in the use of corrective techniques and eye exercises;
advising on visual health matters such as contact lens care, vision care for the elderly, optics, visual ergonomics, and occupational and industrial eye safety;
conducting preventative screening programs;
conducting rehabilitation programs for the visually impaired.
Occupations:
251411 Optometrist
251412 Orthoptist