Optician 156FX1800X
Optician: An Optician is trained to fill prescriptions for eye correction in the this specific field of medicine. They are commonly known as a person that only makes and dispenses eyeglasses and other eye correction but does not perform any medical testing. Those duties are for an optometrist or opthalmalogist.
Taxonomy Code: 156FX1800X
Eye and Vision Services Providers | Technician/Technologist | Optician
Eye and Vision Services Providers: Include Ophthalmologists, Optometrists and Opticians. Simply put they are doctors and nurses of the eyes. They are responsible for examining, diagnosing and treating issues pertaining to sight.
Technician/Technologist: A Technician looks after technical equipment or does practical work in a laboratory. They are experts in practically applying a science. As well, they are often known for being skilled in artistic and intellectual technique.