Job Summary
The Optometrist is responsible for delivering comprehensive primary eye care services at CureBay's e-Clinics and through field outreach programs. This role is crucial for identifying vision problems, prescribing corrective lenses, and screening patients for common ocular diseases. The Optometrist will operate specialized diagnostic equipment, facilitate tele-consultations with Ophthalmologists, and ensure high-quality patient management for eye care services within their assigned area.
Key Responsibilities
I. Clinical Services & Patient Care
Comprehensive Eye Examination: Conduct detailed primary eye examinations, including objective and subjective refraction, visual acuity testing, retinoscopy, and slit-lamp examinations.
Prescription & Dispensing: Accurately prescribe spectacles, contact lenses, and low vision aids based on patient needs, and advise on appropriate dispensing options.
Ocular Disease Screening: Perform preliminary screening for common ocular conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and other anterior/posterior segment disorders.
Patient Counseling: Educate patients on eye health, hygiene, management of refractive errors, and the proper use and care of vision correction devices.
II. Technology & Tele-Ophthalmology Support
Diagnostic Equipment Operation: Proficiently operate and maintain specialized ophthalmic equipment (e.g., autorefractometers, non-mydriatic fundus camera, tonometer) to capture and record accurate diagnostic data.
Tele-Consultation Facilitation: Seamlessly facilitate tele-ophthalmology consultations by capturing high-quality images and video, preparing detailed patient case history reports, and ensuring a smooth link between the patient and the remote Ophthalmologist.
Data Management: Accurately document all findings, prescriptions, and referral outcomes in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
III. Operational & Referral Management
Referral Coordination: Manage the internal referral process for patients requiring secondary or tertiary care (e.g., surgical intervention, advanced medical management) to partner hospitals/specialists.
Quality Assurance: Adhere to all clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and quality management systems established by CureBay.
Community Outreach: Participate in community-based eye camps and outreach programs to increase awareness and screen underserved populations.
Qualifications & Skills
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Optometry (B.Optom) or Diploma in Optometry from a recognized institution.
Registration: Current and valid registration with the appropriate regulatory council, if applicable.
