1. Eye Exam Clinic: Optician assistants can help run a business providing eye exams for customers. They can help prepare instruments and materials for the exam, assist the optometrist in the exam, and help them interpret the results.
2. Eyeglasses Dispensary: Optician assistants can help run a business that sells eyeglasses to customers. They can measure and fit the frames to each customer, as well as helping them make decisions about the style and type of glasses best suited for them.
3. Contact Lens Services: Optician assistants can provide a wide range of services related to contact lenses, such as fitting, ordering, and providing instructions on proper care.
4. Dispensing and Fitting Services: Optician assistants can offer services to help fit eyeglasses and contact lenses to customers. This includes helping to select the right frames and contacts and then adjusting them to fit the customer’s face.
5. Low Vision Services: Optician assistants can provide services to help those with low vision to better use their remaining vision. This could include providing magnifiers and special lighting, as well as helping patients learn new techniques to maximize their vision.
6. Education and Information Services: Optician assistants can provide services related to educating customers about their vision and the services available for it. This may include offering informational workshops or seminars about different eye care topics.