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OPTOMETRIST

ANZSCO 251411 - Registered Migration Australia




Description

An optometrist performs eye examinations and vision tests to determine the presence of visual, ocular and other abnormalities, ocular diseases and systemic diseases with ocular manifestations, and prescribes lenses, other optical aids, therapy and medication to correct and manage vision problems and eye diseases. Registration or licensing is required in Australia. An optometrist is a Skill Level 1 occupation.

  

 

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Group: 2514 Optometrists and Orthoptists

 

 

 

 

Optometrist job description - Registered Migration Australia

 

The job of an optometrist in Australia is to perform eye examinations and vision tests, prescribe lenses, other optical aids and therapy, and diagnose and manage eye movement disorders and associated sensory problems.

 

 

Tasks

  • examining patients' eyes and setting tests to determine the nature and extent of vision problems and abnormalities
  • assessing ocular health and visual function by measuring visual acuity and refractive error, and testing the function of visual pathways, visual fields, eye movements, freedom of vision and intraocular pressure, and performing other tests using special eye test equipment
  • detecting, diagnosing and managing eye disease, referring patients to, and receiving referrals from other health providers, and prescribing medications for the treatment of eye disease
  • diagnosing eye movement disorders and defects of binocular function
  • prescribing lenses, contact lenses and low vision aids, and checking suitability and comfort
  • prescribing exercises to coordinate movement and focusing of eyes
  • managing programs for eye movement disorders, and instructing and counselling patients in the use of corrective techniques and eye exercises
  • advising on visual health matters such as contact lens care, vision care for the elderly, optics, visual ergonomics, and occupational and industrial eye safety
  • conducting preventative screening programs
  • conducting rehabilitation programs for the visually impaired

 

 

Skill Level

Occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). 

Registration or licensing in Australia may be required as an optometrist.

 

Occupations in this Group

 

 

Note: Whilst a similar occupation may appear in the same group, if not specifically listed in either the STSOL or MLTSSL, the ANZSCO description should be used for reference purposes only.

 

English Requirement

 

  • IELTS result with a minimum score of 6 (L, R, W), 7 in speaking and 7 overall;
  • OET result with a minimum grade B in all sections;
  • TOEFL iBT with a minimum score (L:12 R:13 W:21 S:23 overall L93);
  • PTE Academic with a minimum score of 50 (L, R, W), 65 in speaking and 65 overall

Exceptions

  • Australian Graduate exceptions apply in some states/territories
  • Priority Skilled Lists may apply a specific requirement in some states/territories
  • Countries exempt from submitting IELTS or OET include the UK; Canada; New Zealand; US; and Ireland

 

Where mandatory licensing or registration is required you must demonstrate a level of English either sufficient to meet licensing / registration or a minimum IELTS, or equivalent, whichever is higher.

 

 

Assessment Authority

 

  • Optometrist is currently assessed with OCANZ - (The Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand); more info regarding assessment bodies.

 

Average Income

The average salary for an Optometrist in Australia is $ 104,157 for male employees and $ 51,311 for female employees per year. Average Age: Males: 39.8 Females: 40.4 Persons: 40.1

Source: www.abs.gov.au (Group 2514) Optometrists and orthoptists - Employee Earnings and Hours, Australia, May 2016

 

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