Optometrist

Fakeeh Care Group; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fakeeh Care Group in Jeddah seeks a qualified Optometrist to provide professional eye care, perform vision testing, diagnose conditions, and develop accurate prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses.

You will educate patients, maintain records, and collaborate with the sales team to convert prescriptions into sales while upholding high standards of safety and ethics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in optometry.
• SCFHS license required.
• 1–4 years of optometry experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and vision tests.
• Diagnose visual problems and determine solutions.
• Develop prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses.
• Collaborate with sales team to convert prescriptions into sales.
• Maintain patient records and ensure hygiene and safety.
• Train staff on eye care basics.
• Collaborate with store team to improve overall performance.

Skills

Clinical skills

Diagnostics

Sales awareness

Patient counseling

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in optometry

Job description

Description

Job Purpose: To provide professional eye care services including vision testing, diagnosis, and prescription, while contributing to sales performance, enhancing customer experience, and supporting store operations.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and vision tests.
• Diagnose visual problems and determine appropriate solutions.
• Develop accurate prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses.
• Conduct contact lens fitting and follow-up assessments.
• Educate patients on contact lenses care, usage, and safety.
• Monitor patient adaptation and manage related concerns.
• Analyze test results and provide treatment recommendations.
• Ensure high standards of clinical accuracy and patient safety.
• Maintain proper documentation and patient records.
• Support conversion by recommending appropriate lenses and upgrades.
• Work with sales team to close prescriptions into sales.
• Contribute to achieving store targets and reducing lost prescriptions.
• Deliver a professional and trusted healthcare experience.
• Build patient confidence and long-term relationships.
• Handle patient concerns and complaints effectively.
• Support and guide team on prescriptions and eye care basics.
• Train staff in product knowledge and vision-related topics.
• Collaborate with store team to improve overall performance.
• Maintain and ensure proper functioning of clinical instruments.
• Monitor trial lenses for validity, safety, and usability.
• Ensure clinic area is compliant with hygiene and safety standards.
• Follow all clinical, regulatory, and company policies.
• Maintain ethical practice and patient-first approach.
• Ensure compliance with SCFHS and healthcare standards.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the job.

Requirements

Skills And Abilities

• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Good understanding of optical products and sales process.
• Ability to balance clinical care with commercial awareness.
• Strong communication and patient counseling skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality care.

Experience

• 1-4 years’ experience in related field.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in optometry.

Language

• Excellent command of oral and written English and Arabic.

Licenses / Certifications

SCFHS