Ophthalmologist

Description

Provides diagnostic, treatment and preventative medical and surgical services related to diseases, injuries and deficiencies of the human eye and associated structures.

Description

This unit group covers Medical Practitioners not elsewhere classified. It includes Dermatologists, Emergency Medicine Specialists, Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Ophthalmologists, Pathologists, Radiation Oncologists and Radiologists.

Tasks include

• Conducts comprehensive eye examinations to assess eye health, and diagnose and treat eye conditions
• Prescribes and administers medications and treatment for eye diseases and injuries
• Performs surgical procedures on the eye such as cataract removal or laser eye surgery
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and collaborates with other Health Professionals to manage patients' overall health
• Prescribes and fits corrective lenses such as glasses or contact lenses