Optometrist

Job Description Optometrist

Position: Optometrist
Department: Clinical / Ophthalmology
Organisation: Centre for Sight
Location: [Branch/City]
Experience: [2 to 8 years)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and patient-focused Optometrist to join our clinical team. The Optometrist will be responsible for conducting comprehensive eye examinations, performing diagnostic tests, assisting ophthalmologists in patient care, and ensuring a high standard of clinical service.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations and assess visual acuity.
  
• Perform refraction, subjective and objective assessments, and prescribe spectacles/contact lenses as appropriate.
  
• Carry out preliminary and diagnostic eye tests as per clinical protocols.
  
• Assist ophthalmologists during patient consultations, investigations, and procedures.
  
• Identify ocular abnormalities and appropriately refer patients to the ophthalmologist for further evaluation.
  
• Educate patients regarding eye health, vision correction, contact lens care, and preventive eye care.
  
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure timely documentation.
  
• Operate and maintain optometry and diagnostic equipment as per standard protocols.
  
• Provide courteous, professional, and patient-centric care.
  
• Follow the organisation's clinical, safety, infection-control, and quality standards.
  
• Coordinate with doctors, nurses, technicians, and front-office teams to ensure smooth patient flow.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Optometry (B.Optom / equivalent) from a recognised institution.
  
• Valid registration/licence as applicable.
  
• Good knowledge of optometric examination procedures and ophthalmic diagnostics.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment.
  

Preferred Skills

• Clinical experience in an ophthalmology/eye-care hospital or clinic.
  
• Experience with pre-operative and post-operative eye-care assessments.
  
• Familiarity with modern optometry and ophthalmic diagnostic equipment.
  
• Strong patient counselling and customer-service skills.
  
• Good computer and documentation skills.
  

Key Competencies

• Clinical accuracy and attention to detail
  
• Patient-centric approach
  
• Communication skills
  
• Teamwork and coordination
  
• Professional ethics
  
• Time management
  
• Willingness to learn and adapt
  

Reporting To: Consultant Ophthalmologist / Clinical Head