263935 Orthoptist

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This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

• Assesses visual function, binocular vision, and eye alignment
• Interprets diagnostic testing of visual function and detects eye disease
• Diagnoses eye movement and binocular vision disorders related to childhood strabismus or acquired through stroke, traumatic brain injury, or other causes
• Prescribes and provides orthoptic therapy and other non-surgical management for those with eye movement disorders
• Prescribes glasses and low vision aids
• Provides visual rehabilitation for patients with low vision, including education and support with orthoptic and ophthalmic conditions
• Provides pre-, peri- and post-operative care for ophthalmic patients, including assisting in ophthalmic surgery and minor procedures
• Works collaboratively with Ophthalmologists to manage eye disease
• Coordinates and implements vision screening programs