Optometrist

ABATE AS; Kozhikode district; On-site; INR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Abateas in Kozhikode, Kerala is seeking an optometry professional to conduct comprehensive eye examinations, test vision, and assist doctors during consultations. The role includes performing refraction, prescribing spectacles as per guidelines, and maintaining patient records.

You will work with the optical and clinical departments to ensure patient satisfaction, proper protocols, and upkeep of examination rooms and equipment while educating patients on eye health.

Qualifications

• Good clinical observation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and patient-handling skills.
• Ability to work effectively with doctors and clinical teams.
• Good knowledge of eye examination and refraction.
• Basic knowledge of ophthalmic instruments and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations and vision tests.
• Check visual acuity, refraction, and prescribe spectacles as per clinical guidelines.
• Perform objective and subjective refraction.
• Identify vision problems and refer patients to ophthalmologists when required.
• Assist doctors during consultations and clinical procedures.
• Operate and maintain optometry equipment.
• Explain test results and eye-care instructions to patients.
• Maintain accurate patient records and examination reports.
• Coordinate with the optical, OPD, and other clinical departments.
• Ensure patient satisfaction and follow proper clinical protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper functioning of the examination room and equipment.
• Support patient education on eye health and preventive care.

Skills

Clinical observation

Problem solving

Communication skills

Patient handling

Team collaboration

Eye examination

Refraction knowledge

Ophthalmic instruments

Job description

To provide quality eye-care services through eye examinations, vision testing, identifying vision problems, and assisting doctors in the diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions.

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations and vision tests.
• Check visual acuity, refraction, and prescribe spectacles as per clinical guidelines.
• Perform objective and subjective refraction.
• Identify vision problems and refer patients to ophthalmologists when required.
• Assist doctors during consultations and clinical procedures.
• Operate and maintain optometry equipment.
• Explain test results and eye-care instructions to patients.
• Maintain accurate patient records and examination reports.
• Coordinate with the optical, OPD, and other clinical departments.
• Ensure patient satisfaction and follow proper clinical protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper functioning of the examination room and equipment.
• Support patient education on eye health and preventive care.

Required Skills

Good clinical observation and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and patient-handling skills. Ability to work effectively with doctors and clinical teams. Good knowledge of eye examination and refraction. Basic knowledge of ophthalmic instruments and equipment.