How do they match: Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses.

Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
Conduct visual field tests to measure field of vision.
Conduct tests, such as the Amsler Grid test, to measure central visual field used in the early diagnosis of macular degeneration, glaucoma, or diseases of the eye.
Educate patients on ophthalmic medical procedures, conditions of the eye, and appropriate use of medications.
Measure visual acuity, including near, distance, pinhole, or dynamic visual acuity, using appropriate tests.
Perform advanced ophthalmic procedures, including electrophysiological, electrophysical, or microbial procedures.
Take and document patients' medical histories.

Administer non-intravenous medications.
Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.
Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
Calculate numerical data for medical activities.
Clean medical equipment or facilities.
Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
Communicate detailed medical information to patients or family members.
Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems.
Diagnose medical conditions.
Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
Record patient medical histories.
Sterilize medical equipment or instruments.
Supervise medical support personnel.
Train medical providers.

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