Optometrist in Dubai, UAE

Want More; Dubai; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Want More is seeking an experienced Optometrist to join our Dubai team. The ideal candidate will perform eye exams, prescribe corrective lenses, fit contact lenses, and advise patients on eyewear choices to meet individual needs.

The role requires UAE licensure, a Bachelor’s degree in Optometry, and a minimum of two years’ experience, with a focus on customer service and strong communication skills to deliver excellent vision care.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Optometry.
• Licensed Optometrist in the UAE.
• Minimum two years of experience as an Optometrist.
• Knowledge of current optometric technology.
• Knowledge of contact lens fitting techniques.
• Excellent customer service and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eye examinations using manual or automated methods to diagnose sight defects, visual acuity and eye diseases.
• Analyze test results to diagnose vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, presbyopia and other vision impairments.
• Prescribe corrective lenses or recommend lifestyle changes based on individual needs.
• Educate patients on contact lens use or eyeglasses care.
• Consult with other healthcare professionals to ensure patient satisfaction with their vision.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Eye examinations

Contact lens fitting

Optometric technology knowledge

Attention to detail

Precision equipment handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Optometry

Tools

Vision testing equipment

Job description

Optometrist in Dubai, UAE – duties and responsibilities, qualifications and skills.

We are looking for an experienced Optometrist to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate has a passion for providing excellent customer service and is highly skilled in vision testing and correction.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive vision care services to our patients, including eye exams, prescription corrections, contact lens fitting and optical measurements. They will also be required to provide advice on the selection of eyewear and contact lenses to meet individual patient needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Optometry or similar field
• Licensed Optometrist in the UAE
• At least two years’ experience as an Optometrist
• Knowledge of current optometric technology
• Knowledge of contact lenses fitting techniques
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong communication skills

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducting eye examinations using manual or automated methods to diagnose sight defects, visual acuity and eye diseases.
• Analyzing test results to diagnose vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, presbyopia and other vision impairments.
• Prescribing corrective lenses or recommending lifestyle changes based on individual needs.
• Educating patients on contact lens use or eyeglasses care.
• Consulting with other healthcare professionals to ensure patient satisfaction with their vision.

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to work with precision equipment
• Strong attention to detail
• Patient-focused approach
• Ability to stay up-to-date with current optometric technologies
• Passion for helping others improve their vision health