Prepares and operates grinding and polishing machines to make lenses, optical flats, and other precision optical elements for optical instruments and ophthalmic goods, such as telescopes, aerial cameras, military optical systems, and eyeglasses.

Controls machine to rough-grind blanks of optical glass... [+] More

Prepares and operates grinding and polishing machines to make lenses, optical flats, and other precision optical elements for optical instruments and ophthalmic goods, such as telescopes, aerial cameras, military optical systems, and eyeglasses.

Controls machine to rough-grind blanks of optical glass to approximate size and shape, or manually positions and turns blanks against grinding wheel or lap. Blocks optical element in plaster or other compound. Mounts blocked element in machine and operates machine to oscillate and rotate element against abrasive to fine-grind element to final size and shape. Periodically stops machine to inspect and measure elements for accuracy and degree of completion. Polishes surfaces, using lens-polishing machine. May cement lens elements together to obtain corrected lens assemblies. May mount optical elements in holders or adapters for use in instruments. [-] Less

Prepares and operates grinding and polishing machines to make lenses, optical flats, and other precision optical elements for optical instruments and ophthalmic goods, such as telescopes, aerial cameras, military optical systems, and eyeglasses.

Controls machine to rough-grind blanks of optical glass... [+] More

Prepares and operates grinding and polishing machines to make lenses, optical flats, and other precision optical elements for optical instruments and ophthalmic goods, such as telescopes, aerial cameras, military optical systems, and eyeglasses.

Controls machine to rough-grind blanks of optical glass to approximate size and shape, or manually positions and turns blanks against grinding wheel or lap. Blocks optical element in plaster or other compound. Mounts blocked element in machine and operates machine to oscillate and rotate element against abrasive to fine-grind element to final size and shape. Periodically stops machine to inspect and measure elements for accuracy and degree of completion. Polishes surfaces, using lens-polishing machine. May cement lens elements together to obtain corrected lens assemblies. May mount optical elements in holders or adapters for use in instruments. [-] Less

Prepares and operates grinding and polishing machines to make lenses, optical flats, and other precision optical elements for optical instruments and ophthalmic goods, such as telescopes, aerial cameras, military optical systems, and eyeglasses.

Controls machine to rough-grind blanks of optical glass... [+] More

Prepares and operates grinding and polishing machines to make lenses, optical flats, and other precision optical elements for optical instruments and ophthalmic goods, such as telescopes, aerial cameras, military optical systems, and eyeglasses.

Controls machine to rough-grind blanks of optical glass to approximate size and shape, or manually positions and turns blanks against grinding wheel or lap. Blocks optical element in plaster or other compound. Mounts blocked element in machine and operates machine to oscillate and rotate element against abrasive to fine-grind element to final size and shape. Periodically stops machine to inspect and measure elements for accuracy and degree of completion. Polishes surfaces, using lens-polishing machine. May cement lens elements together to obtain corrected lens assemblies. May mount optical elements in holders or adapters for use in instruments. [-] Less

Tests and measures eye function to assist Ophthalmologist to diagnose and treat eye disorders and disease. Assesses patient's far acuity, near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception to assist Ophthalmologist to diagnose and treat eye disorders and disease.

Examines... [+] More

Tests and measures eye function to assist Ophthalmologist to diagnose and treat eye disorders and disease. Assesses patient's far acuity, near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception to assist Ophthalmologist to diagnose and treat eye disorders and disease.

Examines eyes for abnormalities of cornea and anterior and posterior chambers. Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes. Measures intraocular pressure of eyes (glaucoma test). Tests patient's field of vision, including central and peripheral vision, for defects, and charts test results on graph paper. Measures axial length of eye, using ultrasound equipment. Performs other tests and measurements as requested by physician. Gives instructions to patients concerning eye care. May supervise other technicians. [-] Less

Fabricates and... [+] More

Fabricates and repairs dental appliances, according to Dentist's prescription, using hand tools, molding equipment, and bench fabricating machines. Reads prescription and examines dental models and impressions to determine type of denture to be made or repaired applying knowledge of dental laboratory techniques.

Fabricates full or partial dentures, using wax, plastic, and plaster models, articulators, grinders, and polishers. Casts plastic or plaster models of dentures to be repaired. Selects and mounts replacement teeth in model to match color and shape of natural or adjacent teeth, using tooth color scales and tooth illustrations. Molds wax over denture setup to form contours of gums, using knives and spatula. Removes excess plastic and polishes surfaces of cast dentures, using grinding and polishing tools and ultrasonic equipment. Rebuilds denture linings to duplicate original thickness, contour, and color according to specifications. Tests repaired dentures for accuracy of occlusion, using articulator. Bends and solders gold and platinum wire to construct wire frames for dentures, using soldering gun and hand tools. May confer with Dentist to resolve problems in design and setup of dentures. [-] Less

Supports diagnostic investigations by performing literature research, preparing protocols, establishing new procedures, participating in studies, and preparing progress reports. Performs mycoplasma isolation and identification for all animal species. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in animal science, biology, or microbiology and... [+] More

Supports diagnostic investigations by performing literature research, preparing protocols, establishing new procedures, participating in studies, and preparing progress reports. Performs mycoplasma isolation and identification for all animal species. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in animal science, biology, or microbiology and one year of microbiological or immunological laboratory work experience.

Prepares the media and reagents related to mycoplasma isolation, identification and sensitivity tests. Maintains records of the bacteria repository system. Dispenses and stores conjugate. Maintains quality control organisms and mycoplasma cultures. Maintains freezer inventory. Performs acid fast staining, PCR, and bacteria serological identification assay, as needed. Performs in laboratory cleaning responsibilities and equipment maintenance. [-] Less

Performs routine and complex tests in medical laboratory to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

In a senior capacity, conducts quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid, under the... [+] More

Performs routine and complex tests in medical laboratory to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

In a senior capacity, conducts quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid, under the supervision of Medical Technologist. Trains and guides less experienced Medical Laboratory Technicians. Prepares sterile media and plates, jars or test tubes for use in growing bacterial cultures. Prepares solutions, reagents and stains, following standard laboratory formulas and procedures. Maintains detailed records of tests performed and reports laboratory test results to appropriate personnel. Calibrates and performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning. Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment, glassware and instruments. Collects blood specimens from patients using venipuncture or stick. Performs blood counts, using microscope. Conducts blood tests for transfusion purposes. May draw blood from patient's finger, foot, ear lobe, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples. May specialize in hematology, blood bank, cytology, histology, or chemistry. [-] Less

Performs routine tests,... [+] More

Performs routine tests, and compiles data from tests in medical laboratory for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Conducts quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid, under supervision of Medical Technologist. Typically requires specialized certification.

Uses microscope to perform blood counts. Tests blood for transfusion purposes. May draw blood from patient's finger, ear lobe, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples. May specialize in hematology, blood bank, cytology, histology, or chemistry. [-] Less

Fabricates and... [+] More

Fabricates and repairs dental appliances, according to Dentist's prescription, using hand tools, molding equipment, and bench fabricating machines. Reads prescription and examines dental models and impressions to determine type of denture to be made or repaired applying knowledge of dental laboratory techniques.

Fabricates full or partial dentures, using wax, plastic, and plaster models, articulators, grinders, and polishers. Casts plastic or plaster models of dentures to be repaired. Selects and mounts replacement teeth in model to match color and shape of natural or adjacent teeth, using tooth color scales and tooth illustrations. Molds wax over denture setup to form contours of gums, using knives and spatula. Removes excess plastic and polishes surfaces of cast dentures, using grinding and polishing tools and ultrasonic equipment. Rebuilds denture linings to duplicate original thickness, contour, and color according to specifications. Tests repaired dentures for accuracy of occlusion, using articulator. Bends and solders gold and platinum wire to construct wire frames for dentures, using soldering gun and hand tools. May confer with Dentist to resolve problems in design and setup of dentures. [-] Less

Fabricates optical elements and systems, applying knowledge of layout and machining techniques and procedures, shop mathematics, and properties of optical and abrasive materials. Examines work order, blueprints, and sketches to formulate machining plans and sequences.

Measures and marks dimensions and reference... [+] More

Fabricates optical elements and systems, applying knowledge of layout and machining techniques and procedures, shop mathematics, and properties of optical and abrasive materials. Examines work order, blueprints, and sketches to formulate machining plans and sequences.

Measures and marks dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining. Mixes grinding, polishing, and holding compounds according to formula or selects premixed compounds. Mounts work piece on holding fixture, using adhesive, friction, or vacuum. Mounts and secures work piece and tooling in machines. Operates machines, such as saws, lathes, grinders, milling machines, generators, polishers, and edgers to fabricate optics, fixtures, tools, and mountings of specified sizes and shapes. Grinds and polishes optics, using hand tools, as required. Measures and tests optics, using precision measuring and testing instruments. May develop specifications and drawings from verbal description. May perform experimental work and research to develop new production methods and procedures applying shop mathematics and knowledge of production techniques. May train and direct other workers. [-] Less