JOB REPORT / 29-1241 · 18 TASKS
Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric.
Can AI do the work of Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatrics?
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- Document or evaluate patients' medical histories
- Develop or implement plans and procedures for ophthalmologic services
- Perform, order, or interpret the results of diagnostic…
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This job has 18 core tasks. We went through 14 of them, one at a time.
Task by task, from the work Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatrics actually do. How we describe AI use in each task is our own read of it, not a measurement of whether AI can replace the job.
- TASK 01
Document or evaluate patients' medical histories.
AI DOESDrafts structured notes, pulls relevant history, and suggests questions based on symptoms
YOU DOVerify accuracy and connect history to what you observe in the exam
- TASK 02
Develop or implement plans and procedures for ophthalmologic services.
AI DOESDrafts procedure templates, summarizes clinical guidelines, and organizes plan outlines
YOU DOApply your clinical experience and local context to shape real-world care plans
- TASK 03
Perform, order, or interpret the results of diagnostic or clinical tests.
AI DOESAnalyzes retinal images, OCT scans, and visual field data to highlight patterns and flag anomalies
YOU DOIntegrate test results with patient history, physical exam findings, and clinical context to reach a diagnosis
- TASK 04
Conduct clinical or laboratory-based research in ophthalmology.
AI DOESSearches research literature, spots patterns in datasets, and helps write or structure research papers
YOU DODesign the study, run the lab or clinical work, and interpret findings in patient context
- TASK 05SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Develop treatment plans based on patients' histories and goals, the nature and severity of disorders, and treatment risks and benefits.
AI DOESAnalyzes patient data and suggests treatment options
YOU DOChoose what's right for this person
About this analysis
50% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
- TASK 06
Instruct interns, residents, or others in ophthalmologic procedures and techniques.
AI DOESGenerates study materials, quiz questions, procedure overviews, and feedback on written work
YOU DODemonstrate techniques in person and give real-time hands-on corrections
- TASK 07
Refer patients for more specialized treatments when conditions exceed the experience, expertise, or scope of practice of practitioner.
AI DOESSurfaces clinical guidelines and suggests referral thresholds based on diagnosis codes or test results
YOU DOUse your hands-on exam findings and patient relationship to decide when and where to refer
- TASK 08
Prescribe corrective lenses such as glasses or contact lenses.
AI DOESHelps interpret refraction data and flag unusual prescription changes
YOU DOExamine the patient directly and make the final clinical call
- TASK 09
Prescribe or administer topical or systemic medications to treat ophthalmic conditions and to manage pain.
AI DOESSuggests drug options, checks for interactions, and summarizes dosing guidelines from medical literature
YOU DOExamine the patient in person, weigh risks, and take legal responsibility for every prescription decision
- TASK 10
Prescribe ophthalmologic treatments or therapies such as chemotherapy, cryotherapy, or low vision therapy.
AI DOESSurfaces relevant treatment guidelines and flags drug interactions from patient records
YOU DOExamine the patient in person and take legal and medical responsibility for the prescription
- TASK 11SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Diagnose or treat injuries, disorders, or diseases of the eye and eye structures including the cornea, sclera, conjunctiva, or eyelids.
AI DOESAnalyzes scans and flags potential conditions
YOU DOExamine patients and choose treatments
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18% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
- TASK 12
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of health professionals to provide optimal patient care.
AI DOESSummarizes patient records and drafts communication notes for the team
YOU DOShow up in person, read the room, and build trust with teammates
- TASK 13SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Educate patients about maintenance and promotion of healthy vision.
AI DOESCreates personalized education materials and visual aids
YOU DOBuild trust and motivate real behavior change
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0% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
- TASK 14SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Provide ophthalmic consultation to other medical professionals.
AI DOESAnalyzes imaging and suggests differential diagnoses
YOU DOApply clinical judgment and communicate recommendations
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0% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
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