Diagnoses and manages eye movement disorders and associated sensory deficiencies.
Tasks Include:
diagnoses eye movement disorders and defects of binocular function
tests visual acuity, including function of visual pathways, eye movements, freedom of vision and intraocular pressure, using special eye test equipment
prescribes exercises to coordinate movement and focusing of eyes
manages programs for eye movement disorders and instructs and counsels patients in the use of corrective techniques and eye exercise
records patients' conditions, treatments and progress
conducts field testing, such as glaucoma investigation and preventative screening and rehabilitation programs for the visually impaired