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