specialty

Optometrist

Examine, diagnose, treat and manage diseases and disorders of the eyes and associated structures

Prescribe treatment and ophthalmic devices, such as glasses and contact lenses

Perform clinical procedures necessary to correcting vision

Manages optometry activities and supervises ophthalmic technicians with emphasis on meeting Air Force medical service standards

Plans, supervises and participates in vision conservation, eye protection, soft contact lens program and the corneal refractive surgery programs

Career Tasks

The practice of perfecting vision

It’s crucial to ensure our Airmen are able to achieve ideal vision. Providing primary eye care, Optometrists examine and test people’s eyes for visual acuity and eye diseases. An integral part of the healthcare system, these practitioners do everything from prescribing correctional lenses to diagnosing conditions related to the ocular system.

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Qualifications Summary

Minimum Education Doctor of Optometry from an accredited four-year college of optometry Qualifications
  • An unrestricted state license to practice optometry utilizing therapeutic pharmacologic agents
  • Completion of 5.5-week Commissioned Officer training course
  • Must be between the ages of 18 and 41
Training & Education
How do we transform you from the civilian sector to a leader and an Officer in the Air Force? From education to continued training, your Air Force path is here.
  • Commissioned Officer Training

    5.5 weeks

Military Training Location

Maxwell AFB AL

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Interests & Skills

  1. Health & Medicine
  2. Health Technicians & Specialists
  3. Allied Health
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