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medications in the electronic health record to ensure complete and compliant clinical records. \nPerform preliminary and advanced optometric testing (visual acuity, autorefraction, tonometry, imaging) to provide accurate baseline data for diagnosis and treatment planning.\nPrepare Relative and exam rooms prior to provider evaluation to support efficient clinic flow and reduce Relative wait times. \nAdminister eye drops as directed to support diagnostic accuracy and treatment effectiveness. \nPerform specialty testing (OCT, visual field, pachymetry) to aid in early detection and monitoring of ocular disease. \nAssist the provider during examinations and treatments to enhance care quality and provider efficiency. \nEducate Relatives on diagnosis, treatment plans, and medications to improve understanding, compliance, and health outcomes.\nTrain Relatives on contact lens insertion, removal, and care to ensure safe and effective lens use and compliance.\nCommunicate clearly and respectfully 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