Optometrist — Vision Care & Training (Umm-al-Qaiwain)

JobLeader; Umm Al Quwain; On-site; AED 11,000 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development

On-site parking

Flexible working hours

Job summary

JobLeader in Umm-al-Qaiwain UAE is seeking an Optometrist to provide comprehensive vision care services, conduct eye examinations, and manage eye diseases. You will also lead ongoing professional development training for staff and healthcare professionals in the region.

The role requires an Optometry degree, proven experience, and fluent English. Arabic knowledge is a plus. Competitive benefits include health insurance and flexible working hours. On-site parking is available.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher diploma in Optometry from a recognized university.
• Proven experience as an Optometrist or similar position.
• Excellent knowledge of ophthalmic optics and visual systems.
• Strong communication skills and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken (knowledge of Arabic is an advantage)

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive vision care services including eye examinations, diagnosis, treatment, management of eye diseases, contact lens fitting, low-vision rehabilitation etc.
• Assess patients' ophthalmic conditions by administering specialized tests such as refraction tests, tonometry tests and slit lamp examination etc.
• Prescribe corrective lenses using lenses prescription such as eyeglasses or contact lenses or provide low vision aids when needed.
• Evaluate patients' knowledge about their condition and provide appropriate education regarding further treatment or management of their condition as well as safety precautions when using corrective lenses.
• Maintain patient records within the practice information system
• Assist with professional development training for staff members or other healthcare professionals in the region.

Skills

Communication skills

Fluent English

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Optometry degree

Job description

JobLeader in Umm-al-Qaiwain UAE is seeking an Optometrist to provide comprehensive vision care services, conduct eye examinations, and manage eye diseases. You will also lead ongoing professional development training for staff and healthcare professionals in the region.

The role requires an Optometry degree, proven experience, and fluent English. Arabic knowledge is a plus. Competitive benefits include health insurance and flexible working hours. On-site parking is available.