Optometrist

Job Description:

Position: Optometrist

Department: Clinical Services / Eye Care

Location: Eye Hospital / Eye Clinic

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive eye examinations and vision assessments.

Perform refraction and prescribe spectacles and contact lenses.

Assist ophthalmologists in diagnosis and treatment planning.

Conduct pre-operative and post-operative patient evaluations.

Perform diagnostic tests such as visual acuity, tonometry, keratometry, A-scan, B-scan, OCT, and visual field testing (as applicable).

Counsel patients regarding eye health, treatment plans, and vision correction options.

Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.

Ensure compliance with hospital protocols and quality standards.

Coordinate with clinical and administrative teams for smooth patient care.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor of Optometry (B.Optom) or Master of Optometry (M.Optom).

Valid registration/certification as per applicable regulations.

Freshers or experienced candidates may apply.

Required Skills:

Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.

Good communication and patient counseling abilities.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Attention to detail and commitment to patient care.

Basic computer knowledge and EMR/HMIS experience preferred.

Experience:

0–5 years of experience in an eye hospital or eye clinic preferred.

Salary:

As per qualifications, experience, and organizational policies.

Reporting To:

Chief Optometrist / Medical Director / Ophthalmologist