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An optometrist, also called a Doctor of Optometry or O.D. for short, provides primary vision care. He or she diagnoses and treats eye injuries, diseases, and other visual disorders. If a patient needs vision correction, an optometrist will prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses. Some optometrists specialize in a particular clientele, for example, pediatric or geriatric patients, or a type of treatment such as low vision or post-operative care. Optometrist Duties & Responsibilities...

Personnel specialists (PS) serve the U.S. Navy’s enlisted personnel in ways that are similar to those of career counselors and human resources professionals. They provide information and counseling related to rights, benefits, occupations, educational opportunities, job training, and requirements for promotion, according to the Navy’s website. PSs also determine, maintain, and audit military pay, travel entitlements and deductions, and personnel records. They prepare accounting reports related to individual pay and travel transactions and operate associated accounting systems....

Physician assistants (PAs) examine patients, prescribe medicine, and order diagnostic tests. In most cases, they work under the supervision of physicians or surgeons, but they can work more independently in some states, rural areas, and inner-city areas, consulting with physicians only when they need help with cases. Approximately 129,400 physician assistants worked in the U.S. in 2020, and more than half of them were employed in physicians’ offices. PAs also work in hospitals, urgent care centers, and colleges and universities....

Working with animals is certainly an attractive prospect, but there are always risks related to any job that involves hands-on interaction with animals (whether you are working with pets, livestock, or wildlife). Animals can be somewhat unpredictable when they are under stress or in an unfamiliar environment, like when they visit the veterinary office or the grooming salon, so it is important to be attentive and stay aware of the animal you are handling at all times....

The technology sector is hot and getting hotter, but some specific skill sets are needed more than others. Here are seven of the specialized tech job titles that are expected to be in strong demand for the foreseeable future. 01 of 07 Database Administrator skynesher / Getty Images Database administrators (DBAs) manage an organization’s data. They ensure that databases run efficiently and are secure from unauthorized users. DBAs are also responsible for organizing a company’s data and storing it efficiently....

Are you interested in knowing more about the chain of command at your workplace? “Chain of command” describes the way in which organizations, including the military, religious institutions, corporations, government entities, and universities, traditionally structure their reporting relationships. Reporting relationships refers to an organizational structure in which every employee is placed somewhere on an organizational chart. The employees report to the employee who is listed above them on the organizational chart....

If you’re a teenager living in North Carolina and you want to get a job, where do you start? It can be helpful to first understand the child labor laws in the state so you’re even sure whether you can work there. Each state’s laws can be somewhat different, so if your family recently moved from Ohio, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you can also work in North Carolina simply because you had a job before you moved....

Prorated rent is rent that is calculated based on the number of days the tenant actually resides in the rental property during the lease term. It is the actual rent amount per day that the tenant occupies the rental. For example, if the tenant only lived in the rental for 15 days of a 31-day month, then the prorated rent amount would be for the 15 days of use, not for the full monthly rent amount of the 31-day term....

When you think of Labor Day, what comes to mind? For many, it’s the last long weekend before school starts. It’s a weekend with picnics and barbecues, and maybe a parade. For some, it’s the start of the fall season and anticipation of football. Like many other holidays, Americans enjoy the day off from work but have lost sight of what it was originally created to celebrate. Whether you work in a job or run a home business, Labor Day was created to honor and celebrate the social and economic achievements of American workers....

It’s no secret that tech jobs are in demand. According to a recent survey at Glassdoor, 11 of the 25 highest-paying in-demand jobs in 2018 were in technology. Here are the top 10 highest paying tech jobs that made the list. 10 of 10 Enterprise Architect Chris Parsons Average base salary: $115,944 An enterprise architect often reports directly to the chief information officer (CIO) and is responsible for making sure that the business uses proper systems architecture, in keeping with the latest available technology, to achieve its goals....

Harley-Davidson remains one of the most iconic motorcycle manufacturers in the world. Each year, great bikes hit the production lines, and the 2008 models were no exception. Harley’s big news for 2008 was the addition of four new bikes and the availability of anti-lock brakes on touring and V-Rod bikes, a total of 10 models.The FXCW Rocker joined the Softail family as a custom cruiser, and the FXCWC Rocker C variant offered a small, foldaway passenger seat....

Absenteeism is a state of chronic absence from work. Absenteeism is usually addressed through progressively stricter disciplinary measures that can result in the termination of the individual’s employment. This is generally governed by the organization’s attendance policy. The employee handbook frequently documents expected attendance and the consequences an employee will experience for absenteeism. Unscheduled Absence An unscheduled absence occurs when an employee is not present at work during a normally scheduled work period....

The final fitness test in Air Force Basic Military Training (AFBMT) is done at the end of the seventh week of training. That’s not a lot of time to get into shape, even though you’ll be working out six days per week during your time at basic. Required Fitness Standards Upon Arrival at Basic Training The following physical standards are required for enlistees upon arrival at basic training. Those who fail to meet any of these will be deemed medically unable to safely complete BMT....

Investors can purchase property anywhere in the United States, but some states are more landlord-friendly than others. A good investment in rental property involves multiple factors such as costs, taxes, and state laws on leases and the handling of tenant-landlord disputes. Learn about the states that are the best and worst for landlords in 2020 and the factors we used to determine this. Factors for Ranking the Best and Worst States for Landlords...

There are many possibilities and opportunities for builders and construction companies to be invited for new bids. The federal government is looking for all types of construction companies to bid on their construction projects. Many of the projects require having participation from small businesses, local contractors, minority contractors, and tribal firms, among others. But how do you get into that kind of business? We will present some of the most common resources used in the construction industry to get bids, request for proposals, and request for qualification for several opportunities waiting for you....

A company that needs to package their products have choices in which material they use for packaging. Traditionally companies could use polystyrene materials, which are commonly injection molded or extruded for packaging. However, companies are becoming aware of the environmental impact of polystyrene, such as the inability of the material to biodegrade. Polystyrene packaging is unable to be recycled and would have to be disposed of in a landfill. Therefore companies are looking to use recyclable and biodegradable packaging materials where possible....

Database administrators (DBAs) work with technology, using specialized types of software to store and organize a company’s data. This could include a variety of information, from confidential financial numbers, to payroll data, to customer shipping records. A DBA makes sure that data is available to users, and that it’s kept secure from unauthorized access or accidental loss or corruption. Database Administrator Job Description Database administrators (DBAs) have a variety of duties and tasks, such as the following:...

A procuring cause in real estate occurs when a real estate agent or broker produces a buyer for a property, and can sometimes lead to disputes with other agents. Disputes are often caused by a customers’ lack of understanding of how things work coupled with a broker’s lack of attention. Avoiding Procuring Cause Disputes When Working With Buyers Always ask buyers about their past home search activities and if they’ve worked with other agents as a first step to avoid disputes....

“Outside influence” is a term used in the Rules of Golf for things that cause your golf ball at rest to move; or cause your moving golf ball to deflect or stop moving; and that are not you, your partner, your opponent (in match play), your caddies, the equipment of any of the above, or wind or water. We’ll give more examples below of things that are and are not outside agencies, but first, note that for more than 100 years the term for this was “outside agency....

Once people make the switch in their careers from managing projects to being project managers, they recognize that in order to land the best jobs, they need professional certifications. For the mid-career and the most senior project management jobs, a project management certification is a given. Here are the steps to becoming a certified project manager. 01 of 06 Decide You Want to Become a Certified Project Manager Thomas Barwick / Taxi / Getty Images...