Administer medications and other treatments as ordered by the doctor
Assist with procedures such as tests for glaucoma, cataracts, corneal transplants, retinal scans, and electroretinograms (ERGs)
Interpret test results and communicate them to the patients physician
Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures and providing instructions on how to behave during the examination
Prepare patients for treatment by washing their hands with antibacterial soap and putting on sterile drapes over their bodies or arranging instruments on a sterile tray table
Record information about the patient, including medical history, diagnosis, treatment plan, and progress
Observe patients during examinations to ensure they follow instructions and are in good health
Perform basic nursing tasks such as administering eye drops, giving eye exams, and cleaning equipment
Maintain patient records to track treatment progress, health problems, and diagnoses
