An Optometrist is mainly deployed on – (a) evaluating visual functions of preschool and school-age children by subjective and objective techniques, including the use of diagnostic drugs; (b) providing optometric care, especially refractive corrections (including prescription and fitting of contact lenses), binocular training, visual skills enhancement training, and low vision care; (c) working together with other professionals in the planning of optometry service and in handling patients with visual problems; (d) participating in optometric research and development/ setting up of assessment tools, conducting and participating in health promotion activities and health education programmes/ projects, and giving talks and lectures on optometric and visual service; and (e) performing related administrative duties. [Remark: May be required to work irregular hours.]

Candidates should have - (a) registered in Part I of the Register of Optometrists under the Supplementary Medical Professions Ordinance, Chapter 359; (b) a valid Practising Certificate issued by the Optometrists Board; and (c) met the language proficiency requirements of Level 2 or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination or the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent (Note (1)); and be able to speak fluent Cantonese and simple English.