overview :an optometrist job description includes examining patients for vision problems and eye diseases, prescribing and fitting corrective lenses like glasses and contacts, and providing treatment for certain eye conditions. key duties involve performing comprehensive eye exams, diagnosing and managing eye diseases (such as glaucoma), educating patients on eye care, and referring patients to ophthalmologists for surgical treatment or more complex issues.
core responsibilities
patient examinations: conduct routine and comprehensive eye exams, including visual acuity, visual field, and hand-eye coordination tests.
diagnosis and treatment: diagnose vision disorders and eye diseases, and plan and manage treatment programs.
prescriptions: prescribe corrective lenses (glasses and contact lenses) and therapeutic drugs for specific eye conditions.