O*NET-SOC 29-1041.00

Optometrists

Diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system. Examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment. May prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

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.Core337
Analyze test results and develop a treatment plan.Core338
Prescribe, supply, fit and adjust eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids.Core339
Prescribe medications to treat eye diseases if state laws permit.Core340
Educate and counsel patients on contact lens care, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements, and safety factors.Core341
Remove foreign bodies from the eye.Core343
Provide patients undergoing eye surgeries, such as cataract and laser vision correction, with pre- and post-operative care.Core344
Consult with and refer patients to ophthalmologist or other health care practitioner if additional medical treatment is determined necessary.Core342
Prescribe therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision.Core345
Provide vision therapy and low-vision rehabilitation.Core346

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 27 examples in 7 categories, 8 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Medical software

Accra Med Software Filopto
AltaPoint Data Systems AltaPoint Vision
Babcock Winx Pro
Compulink Business Systems Eyecare Advantage
Digital Healthcare OptoMize
First Insight E-Z Frame
First Insight MaximEyes
HealthLine Systems Eyecom
Insight Software My Vision Express
MAX Systems Max-Gold7
MediNotes Charting Plus
OfficeMate Software Solutions ExamWRITER
OfficeMate Software Solutions OfficeMate
Prima Systems OPTIX
Universal Software Solutions VersaVision
VisionScience Software Acuity Pro

Internet browser software

Apple SafariHot TechnologyIn Demand
Microsoft EdgeHot TechnologyIn Demand
Mozilla FirefoxHot TechnologyIn Demand
Web browser softwareIn Demand

Accounting software

Intuit QuickBooksHot Technology

Data base user interface and query software

Microsoft AccessHot Technology
Microsoft SQL ServerHot Technology
Operational Data Store ODS software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Calendar and scheduling software

Scheduling software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor patients following surgeries or other treatments.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Test patient vision.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Analyzing Data or Information

Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

Develop medical treatment plans.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Assisting and Caring for Others

Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Fit eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other vision aids.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Treat acute illnesses, infections, or injuries.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Treat chronic diseases or disorders.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

Train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Prescribe treatments or therapies.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Prescribe medications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Prescribe assistive medical devices or related treatments.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 13

Distinct tools0

Level mix

No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.