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.

Assist physicians in performing ophthalmic procedures, including surgery.
Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
Educate patients on ophthalmic medical procedures, conditions of the eye, and appropriate use of medications.
Take and document patients' medical histories.

Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.
Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
Administer non-intravenous medications.
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.
Diagnose medical conditions.
Instruct patients in the use of assistive equipment.
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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