156F00000X Technician/Technologist

A healthcare provider who specializes in fitting and dispensing contact lenses under the guidance of an optometrist or medical doctor. They help patients select the right type of contact lenses, teach proper lens care and insertion, and ensure a comfortable fit. Services include measuring eyes, providing trial lenses, and assisting with lens replacement and troubleshooting. Patients can expect personalized support for vision correction and ongoing contact lens care.

A healthcare provider who specializes in helping patients select, fit, and receive contact lenses based on a prescription from an eye doctor. They ensure contact lenses are comfortable, safe, and provide clear vision. Services include measuring eyes for proper lens fit, teaching patients how to insert and care for lenses, and addressing issues like discomfort or blurry vision related to contact lens use.

A healthcare provider who specializes in creating and fitting artificial eyes (ocular prostheses) for patients who have lost an eye due to injury, illness, or surgery. An ocularist designs and customizes prosthetic eyes to match the appearance of the natural eye, ensures comfortable fit, provides instructions on care and cleaning, and offers regular checkups for adjustments or replacements as needed. Patients can expect compassionate care and support throughout the process of restoring a natural appearance after eye loss.

A healthcare provider who supports eye doctors by performing vision tests, measuring eye pressure, taking images of the eyes, and helping with eye treatments. They help prepare patients for eye exams, teach patients how to use eye drops or care for contact lenses, and assist in monitoring conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic eye disease. Patients can expect friendly guidance and assistance throughout their eye care visit.

A medical professional who supports eye doctors by helping with vision tests, eye measurements, and patient education. Ophthalmic assistants guide patients through eye exams, record health histories, and explain how to use eye medications or care for contact lenses. Patients can expect assistance with testing for conditions like blurry vision, glaucoma, cataracts, and routine vision checks.

A healthcare provider who helps patients select, fit, and adjust eyeglasses and contact lenses based on prescriptions from eye doctors. They guide patients in choosing frames and lens options, ensure proper fit, and make adjustments for comfort and vision needs. Opticians do not diagnose eye conditions but provide services that help patients see clearly and comfortably with corrective eyewear.

A healthcare provider who supports optometrists by helping with eye exams, preparing patients for vision tests, assisting with fitting and adjusting glasses or contact lenses, and providing information about eye care. Patients can expect this provider to guide them through eye testing procedures, answer questions about eye health, and help with selecting eyewear.

A healthcare provider who supports optometrists by performing basic eye exams, conducting vision tests, helping with fitting and adjusting glasses or contact lenses, and preparing patients for procedures. Optometric technicians assist with gathering patient information, explaining eye care procedures, and ensuring comfort during visits. Patients can expect help with vision screenings, testing for common eye problems, and guidance with eyewear selection and care.

A healthcare provider who specializes in assessing and treating problems with how the eyes move and work together. Orthoptists help patients—often children, but also adults—with conditions like crossed eyes (strabismus), lazy eye (amblyopia), and double vision. They perform vision tests, create personalized eye exercise plans, and work closely with eye doctors to improve eye coordination and comfort. Patients can expect careful evaluation and non-surgical therapies to support better vision and eye alignment.