Standard Occupational Classification System Item

Group Detailed
Code 29-2081
Title Opticians, Dispensing
Definition Design, measure, fit, and adapt lenses and frames for client according to written optical prescription or specification. Assist client with inserting, removing, and caring for contact lenses. Assist client with selecting frames. Measure customer for size of eyeglasses and coordinate frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescription. Prepare work order for optical laboratory containing instructions for grinding and mounting lenses in frames. Verify exactness of finished lens spectacles. Adjust frame and lens position to fit client. May shape or reshape frames. Includes contact lens opticians." Broad,29-2090,Miscellaneous Health Technologists and Technicians, Detailed,29-2091,Orthotists and Prosthetists,"Design, measure, fit, and adapt orthopedic braces, appliances or prostheses, such as limbs or facial parts for patients with disabling conditions." Detailed,29-2092,Hearing Aid Specialists,"Select and fit hearing aids for customers. Administer and interpret tests of hearing. Assess hearing instrument efficacy. Take ear impressions and prepare, design, and modify ear molds. Excludes Audiologists (29-1181)." Detailed,29-2099,"Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other
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