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

  • Mobility Professional

  • 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.
  • Refer clients to services, such as eye care, health care, rehabilitation, and counseling, to enhance visual and life functioning or when condition exceeds scope of practice.

  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
  • Evaluate patient functioning, capabilities, or health.
  • Maintain medical or professional knowledge.
  • Prepare healthcare training materials.
  • Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.