Optometry Assistant
けんがんじょしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Healthcare Assistants
- Minor : Other Healthcare Assistants
Summary
A profession that assists with ophthalmic examinations such as visual acuity tests and intraocular pressure measurements under the instructions of doctors or orthoptists in ophthalmology clinics and similar settings.
Description
Optometry assistants work in ophthalmology clinics or hospital ophthalmology departments, following instructions from doctors and orthoptists to perform patient visual acuity tests, refractive error measurements, intraocular pressure tests, and other examination tasks. They prepare and operate examination equipment, explain procedures to patients, record and organize examination data, disinfect and manage instruments, adjust examination schedules, and support smooth examination operations as part of the medical team.
Future Outlook
With the aging population, demand for ophthalmology examinations is increasing. The role of optometry assistants is expected to expand due to the efficiency of medical institutions and the advancement of team-based medicine.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Excellent communication skills / Polite and precise
Work Style
Career Path
Optometry Assistant → Orthoptist Acquisition / Specialized Role → Clinic Staff Leader → Ophthalmology Clinic Manager
Required Skills
Communication Skills (Patient Interaction) / Examination Data Management / Intraocular Pressure Measurement / Operation of Optometry Equipment / Visual Acuity Measurement
Recommended Skills
Basic Medical Knowledge / Electronic Medical Records Operation / Hygiene Management / Patient Service Manners
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of measurement results directly impacts diagnosis. |
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of explanation to patients and coordination with doctors. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because cooperation is necessary as a member of the medical team. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are predominant and there are few situations requiring creativity. |
Aliases
- Ophthalmology Examination Assistant
- Optometric Assistant
Related Jobs
- Clinical Laboratory Technician
- Medical Clerk
- Nursing Assistant
- Orthoptist