Duties and Responsibilities: · Examine eyes, using observation, instruments and pharmaceutical agents, to determine visual acuity and perception, focus and coordination and to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities such as glaucoma or color blindness. · Analyze test results and develop a treatment plan. · Prescribe, supply, fit and adjust eyeglasses, contact lenses and other vision aids. · Prescribe medications to treat eye diseases if state laws permit. · Educate and counsel patients on contact lens care, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements and safety factors. · Consult with and refer patients to ophthalmologist or other health care practitioner if additional medical treatment is determined necessary.