Optometrist

Abateas; Chennai District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Abateas is seeking a qualified optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care services, conduct vision assessments, and support clinical training for students. The role includes patient interaction, procedures, and equipment management in a hospital setting.

The candidate will train interns and supervise B.Sc. and M.Sc. students, maintain patient records, and contribute to departmental improvements through regular meetings.

Qualifications

• Clinical competence in eye examinations and vision testing.
• Ability to maintain accurate patient records and reports.
• Strong communication and patient service orientation.
• Willingness to train and supervise students and interns.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients politely with a professional appearance and positive attitude; explain examination procedures and answer queries; maintain courteous communication.
• Perform vision testing, refraction, and other eye examinations; operate equipment like NCT, Auto Refractometer, Perimetry and HFA; follow protocols.
• Train interns and optometry students in clinical procedures; deliver lectures and practical sessions; coordinate postings and attend meetings.
• Maintain hygiene by cleaning and disinfecting diagnostic equipment; replace chin rest papers.
• Maintain accurate patient records and examination reports; complete clinical documentation; assist department head with duties.
• Refer eligible patients for LASIK counselling and educate on eye care, spectacle and contact lens use.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Accurate in clinical procedures

Problem Solving Skills

Positive and self-motivated

Communication Skills

Time Management

Job description

To provide quality eye care services by performing vision assessments, assisting in the diagnosis and management of eye conditions, educating patients, and supporting clinical training while ensuring excellent patient care.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

1. Patient Care & Customer Service

• Greet patients politely with a professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Explain eye examination procedures and answer patient queries.
• Maintain courteous communication and ensure a comfortable patient experience.

2. Clinical Examination

• Perform vision testing, refraction, and other eye examinations.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as NCT, Auto Refractometer, Perimetry, and HFA.
• Follow standard clinical protocols for accurate eye testing.
• Take patient history and record clinical findings.
• Assist in identifying refractive errors and common eye diseases.
• Evaluate patients for systemic conditions affecting eye health, such as diabetes.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative eye care.
• Refer eligible patients for LASIK counselling.
• Educate patients on eye care, spectacle use, and contact lens care.
• Provide vision therapy or low vision rehabilitation where applicable.

4. Equipment & Quality Assurance

• Clean and disinfect diagnostic equipment before each patient.
• Replace chin rest paper and maintain hygiene standards.
• Ensure proper maintenance and safe handling of clinical equipment.

5. Training & Academic Responsibilities

• Train interns and B.Sc. Optometry students in clinical procedures.
• Deliver lectures and practical sessions for optometry students.
• Assign monthly clinical postings for M.Sc. students.
• Maintain attendance and leave records of students.
• Participate in weekly optometry meetings and contribute to departmental improvements.

6. Documentation & Administration

• Maintain accurate patient records and examination reports.
• Complete all clinical documentation as per hospital standards.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Department Head

Required Skills

• Technical Expertise
• Accurate in clinical procedures
• Problem Solving Skills
• Positive and self-motivated
• Communication Skills
• Time Management