Optometrist (Locum / Contract)

Sunway Medical Centre; Permatang Pauh; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Penang is seeking an experienced optometrist to perform comprehensive eye examinations and deliver clinical advice to patients. The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor Degree of Optometry and a valid practicing certificate, along with 3-5 years of experience in clinical eye care. Key responsibilities include documenting patient histories, managing treatment plans, and ensuring the safety of eye care equipment. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ working experience in the clinical eye care industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform optometry services per standard procedures.
• Provide clinical advice on visual problems.
• Document patients’ medical history and treatment plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical advice provision

Observation skills

Education

Bachelor Degree of Optometry

Valid Annual Practicing Certificate

Job description

Performing optometry services as per standard operating procedures and policies such as examine patients’ eyes to detect signs of injury, disease, abnormality or vision defect.

Providing clinical advice on visual problems and prescribe visual aids.

Performing effective communication and collaboration with all parties involved to ensure the best clinical outcome for the patients.

Document history including complaint and relevant symptoms, ocular health, medication usage, medical and family history, current vision aide if applicable, and any other pertinent data.

Examine eyes using observation, and instruments to determine visual perception, acuity, coordination and focus.

Clearly document diagnosis and treatment plan, including referrals and management in patients’ medical records.

Anticipating potential risk and execute appropriate action to ensure safe environment.

Demonstrating operational knowledge of optometry procedure.

Addressing customer’s complaints promptly.

Responsible for monitoring of Planned Preventive Maintenance of eye care equipment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor Degree of Optometry
• Valid Annual Practicing Certificate & Registered with Malaysian Optical Council
• 3-5 years’ working experience in clinical eye care industry