Army MOS · Medical
68Y Eye Specialist
Overview
An eye specialist supervises or conducts routine diagnostic tests for ophthalmology and optometry patients. The specialist also assists with patient care and treatment.
Core Skills
- diagnostic equipment operation
- patient screening
- visual acuity testing
- medical terminology
- electronic health record usage
- documentation and recordkeeping
- HIPAA and privacy compliance
- customer service
- attention to detail
- teamwork and collaboration
Civilian Software & Tools
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- AcuityPro
- Epic Systems
Civilian Career Paths
- Optometry
- Clinical Technician
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Career Growth
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
- Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)
- Certified Paraoptometric Technician (CPOT)
What the Work Involves
- Conduct tonometry or tonography tests to measure intraocular pressure.
- Take and document patients' medical histories.
- Take anatomical or functional ocular measurements, such as axial length measurements, of the eye or surrounding tissue.
- Measure visual acuity, including near, distance, pinhole, or dynamic visual acuity, using appropriate tests.
- Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
Related Occupations
- Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
- Radiologic Technologists and Technicians
- Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
- Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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