- Communicating with patients to get detailed case histories.
- Performs eye examinations of patients of all ages to detect vision problems using different tests.
- Being aware of signs and symptoms of general health conditions (e.g. diabetes).
- Offering advice and reassurance about vision-related matters.
- Prescribes corrective lenses to correct those problems.
- Offering help and advice for patients choosing frames and lenses.
- Assisting sales if required.