Ophthalmologist Responsibilities Providing routine care such as vision testing and prescribing glasses and contact lenses Performing corrective surgeries such as repairing injuries and corneas and removing cataracts Performing advanced surgical procedures such as keyhole or laser surgery Diagnosing and treating eye diseases and injuries Managing emergency eye clinics outpatient clinics or other specialist eye clinics Treating medical disorders that affect the vision through a holistic approach Using therapeutic procedures and performing biopsies Ophthalmologist Requirements A medical degree in ophthalmology Successful completion of an internship and residency in ophthalmology A state license to practice ophthalmology Expert working knowledge of the diseases functions and anatomy of the eye Robust physics and math skills and excellent medical knowledge Good administrative and managerial skills Good handeye coordination Strong organizational communication problemsolving and decisionmaking skills