Optometrist

Vacancies: Ophthalmology - Optometrist

Qualifications: with a valid license, two (2) years of experience post-qualification in a related field with valid BLS, ACLS, and PALS (if necessary).

Possible Responsibilities:

1. Eye Exams: Conduct comprehensive eye exams to assess vision and eye health.
2. Vision Correction: Prescribe glasses and contact lenses based on individual needs.
3. Diagnosis: Detect and manage eye conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
4. Treatment: Provide treatments for common eye issues, such as dry eye or eye infections.
5. Patient Education: Advise patients on proper eye care, hygiene, and lifestyle choices to maintain healthy vision.
6. Referral: Refer patients to ophthalmologists for advanced medical or surgical treatment when necessary.
7. Vision Therapy: Offer treatment for binocular vision problems or eye coordination issues.
8. Follow-up Care: Monitor patients' progress and adjust prescriptions or treatment plans as needed.

Employer Background: A 732-bed government hospital located in the heart of the capital city of Abu Dhabi. It consists of internationally recognized benchmarks and a recruitment capacity of 440 medical staff and 1,800 nursing staff.

Salary and Benefits Package: 6,000 AED - will depend on position and length of experience. Other benefits are yet to be confirmed.