Optometrists And Ophthalmic Opticians
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Tasks & Responsibilities
  • 01
    Carrying out eye examinations to detect visual function anomalies;
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    Treating and managing these anomalies using glasses, contact lenses, prisms, visual therapy and low vision devices as well as being a professional consultant in colour vision problems in the industry and in operation of vehicles, and offering advice to meet the needs and expectations of stakeholders;
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    Examining eyes and performing vision tests to determine the nature and extent of vision abnormalities;
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    Prescribing spectacles and contact lenses or other treatment to improve vision;
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    Advising on the proper use and care of spectacles and contact lenses, appropriate lighting for work or reading and other visual aids;
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    Fitting prescribed lenses into frames and adjusting frames or contact lenses on customers;
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    Referring customers with symptoms of ocular diseases to a medical specialist;
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    Performing related tasks; and
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    Enhancing knowledge and coordinating work performance.

What are the skills required?

Skills, knowledege and abilities that are essential to carry out a task with determined results. Skills can often be divided into domain-general and domain-specific skills.

Soft Skill
Communication
The ability to communicate effectively with superiors, colleagues, and staff is essential, no matter what industry you work in.
Soft Skill
Bahasa Malaysia
Able to speak Bahasa Malaysia
Soft Skill
English
Able to speak English
Hard Skill
Mandarin
Able to speak Mandarin
Hard Skill
Fluorescein Angiography
Fluorescein angiography (FA), fluorescent angiography (FAG), or fundus fluorescein angiography (FFA) is a technique for examining the circulation of the retina and choroid (parts of the fundus) using a fluorescent dye and a specialized angiographic camera.
Soft Skill
Leadership
Leadership is both a research area and a practical skill encompassing the ability of an individual or organization to "lead" or guide other individuals, teams, or entire organizations.
Soft Skill
Listening
Expertise in focusing on the words and intention being communicated by another in a way that demostrates focus and enhances the effectiveness of the interaction.
Hard Skill
Patient Care
The services rendered by members of the health profession and non-professionals under their supervision for the benefit of the patient.
Soft Skill
Planning
Planning (also called forethought) is the process of thinking about and organizing the activities required to achieve a desired goal.
Soft Skill
Problem Solving
Problem solving consists of using generic or ad hoc methods, in an orderly manner, for finding solutions to problems.
Hard Skill
Tonometry
A standard eye test that is done to determine the fluid pressure inside the eye.
Soft Skill
Treatment Planning
A detailed plan with information about a patient s disease, the goal of treatment, the treatment options for the disease and possible side effects, and the expected length of treatment.
Hard Skill
Vision Therapy
Vision therapy, also known as vision training, is used to improve vision skills such as eye movement control and eye coordination.
Field of Study Required
Field of study consists of a broad area of academic and skills qualifications that come under a similar branch of subject knowledge. In addition, courses offered under each field of study require similar academic entry requirements.
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