How do they match: Low Vision Therapists, Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and Vision Rehabilitation Therapists

  • Provide therapy to patients with visual impairments to improve their functioning in daily life activities. May train patients in activities such as computer use, communication skills, or home management skills.

  • Develop rehabilitation or instructional plans collaboratively with clients, based on results of assessments, needs, and goals.
  • Administer tests and interpret test results to develop rehabilitation plans for clients.
  • Identify visual impairments related to basic life skills in areas such as self care, literacy, communication, health management, home management, and meal preparation.
  • Participate in professional development activities, such as reading literature, continuing education, attending conferences, and collaborating with colleagues.
  • Teach independent living skills or techniques, such as adaptive eating, medication management, diabetes management, and personal management.

  • Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.
  • Train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses.