Ocularist

Narayana Nethralaya; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Narayana Nethralaya in Bengaluru is seeking an Ocularist to design, fabricate, and fit custom ocular prostheses for patients who have lost an eye due to trauma, disease, or congenital conditions. You will work closely with ophthalmologists and oculoplasty surgeons to restore facial aesthetics.

Responsibilities include taking impressions, matching iris color, polishing prosthetic eyes for comfort, providing care instructions, and following up on fit and comfort.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Ocularistry, Prosthetics & Orthotics, or related allied health field.
• 0–1 year of experience in ocular prosthetics or related field preferred.
• 1 position available.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and fit custom-made ocular prostheses.
• Take accurate impressions of the ocular socket after enucleation or evisceration.
• Match iris color, scleral shade, and detailing for natural appearance.
• Modify and polish prosthetic eyes for comfort and cosmetic excellence.
• Provide instructions to patients on cleaning, maintenance, and care of prosthesis.
• Conduct follow-up visits to assess fit and comfort.
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists and surgeons during pre- and post-operative care.
• Maintain documentation of patient records and prosthetic specifications.
• Ensure adherence to infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Stay updated with advancements in ocular prosthetics and materials.

Skills

Artistic precision

Attention to detail

Infection control knowledge

Patient counseling

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Ocularistry/Prosthetics & Orthotics

Job description

The Ocularist is responsible for the design, fabrication, fitting, and maintenance of custom ocular prostheses for patients who have lost an eye due to trauma, disease, or congenital conditions. The role involves close coordination with ophthalmologists, oculoplasty surgeons, and patient care teams to restore facial aesthetics and provide emotional support to patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, fabricate, and fit custom-made ocular prostheses.
• Take accurate impressions of the ocular socket following enucleation or evisceration.
• Match iris color, scleral shade, and detailing to ensure natural appearance.
• Modify and polish prosthetic eyes for comfort and cosmetic excellence.
• Provide instructions to patients on cleaning, maintenance, and care of prosthesis.
• Conduct follow-up visits to assess fit, comfort, and necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists and surgeons during pre- and post-operative care.
• Maintain proper documentation of patient records and prosthetic specifications.
• Ensure compliance with infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Stay updated with advancements in ocular prosthetics and materials.

Skills Required:

• Artistic precision and hand craftsmanship
• Attention to detail
• Infection control knowledge
• Patient counseling and emotional support
• Team coordination with ophthalmology team

Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Ocularistry, Prosthetics & Orthotics, or a related allied health field.

Experience: 0-1 year

Vacancies: 1