Occupational Growth Rate: Above average occupational growth in Alberta

Lifting Requirements: Minimal lifting up to 5 kg (approximately 11 lbs)

Optometrists examine patients' eyes, diagnose diseases and disorders of the eye and associated structures, prescribe and dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses, prescribe therapeutic drugs, and recommend other non-surgical treatments and interventions.

measure the eye and visual function,

prescribe and dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses,

diagnose diseases and disorders of vision,

prescribe eye exercises to achieve accurate and comfortable vision,

undertake rehabilitative intervention for low vision,

treat certain eye conditions with therapeutic drugs,

educate and counsel patients about contact lens care, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements and safety factors, and

refer patients to other health care professionals when appropriate (e.g. for cataract or laser surgery or when they detect symptoms of systemic disease).

Optometrists usually work with a receptionist and optometric assist

Optometrists who continue their education beyond the Doctor of Optometry degree may move into research, teaching or industrial applications of vision science.

* go directly into private practice either by starting up a practice where there is a need for one or by purchasing an established practice.

Educational requirements: Completion of an undergraduate college degree followed by four years of education leading to a doctor of optometry degree.

* trends and events in the Health and Social Services industry.

* this occupational group is expected to grow at an above average rate (3.3% to 3.9% a year) compared to other occupations in the province through 2005. (The average overall growth rate for all occupations is expected to be higher for Alberta than for Canada as a whole.)

* there is a very small number of people (fewer than 500) employed in the "Optometrist" occupational group, and

* consulting with industrial safety personnel on the selection and placement of employees, or

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