Examines patients' eyes and sets tests to determine the nature and extent of vision abnormalities; assesses ocular health and visual function by measuring visual acuity and refractive error, and testing the function of visual pathways and fields, eye movements, freedom of vision and intraocular pressure, and performs other tests; detects, diagnoses and manages eye disease; refers patients to, and receives referrals from other health providers, and prescribes medications for the treatment of eye disease; diagnoses eye movement disorders and defects of binocular function; prescribes lenses, contact lenses and low vision aids, and checks suitability; prescribes exercises to co-ordinate eye movement and focusing; manages programmes for eye movement disorders, and instructs patients in the use of corrective techniques and eye exercises; advises on visual health matters such as contact lens care, vision care for the elderly, optics, visual ergonomics, and occupational and industrial eye safety; conducts preventative screening programs; conducts rehabilitation programs for the visually impaired.

• Works indoors in private or public hospitals, specialist clinics or private optometry practices that may also provide retail sales of spectacle frames, contact lenses and accessories.
• Works in adequately heated ventilated, clean, well maintained, lit workspaces.

A relevant tertiary qualification or at least five years applicable experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required. Registration or licensing is required.

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.