Optometrist Jobs Opening in Leading E-Commerce Portal For Eyewear at Ashok Nagar, Bangalore
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
1. Vision Testing and Eye Examination
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Conduct comprehensive vision assessments and refraction tests to determine visual acuity, eye coordination, and depth perception.
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Evaluate patients for myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, presbyopia, and binocular vision anomalies.
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Use diagnostic instruments like autorefractors, retinoscopes, phoropters, keratometers, and slit lamps.
2. Prescription and Lens Recommendation
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Prescribe appropriate corrective lenses (glasses or contact lenses) based on the results of vision testing.
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Recommend specific lens types such as single vision, bifocals, progressives, or specialty lenses for occupational needs or eye conditions.
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Ensure that prescriptions meet regulatory and optical standards.
3. Detection of Eye Disorders
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Identify and monitor signs of common eye diseases including glaucoma, cataracts, dry eyes, retinal disorders, and diabetic eye disease.
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Refer patients to ophthalmologists or specialists for surgical or advanced medical treatment when necessary.
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Perform screenings for systemic conditions that affect eye health, such as diabetes or hypertension.
4. Patient Consultation and Counseling
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Educate patients about eye hygiene, digital eye strain, lifestyle modifications, and preventive care.
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Explain diagnosis, prescription, and treatment plans in a clear and empathetic manner.
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Address patient concerns regarding eye discomfort, blurry vision, headaches, or lens adjustments.
5. Contact Lens Fitting and Care
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Perform contact lens fitting and trials, including rigid gas-permeable (RGP), soft, toric, or multifocal lenses.
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Instruct patients on proper contact lens handling, hygiene, and wearing schedules.
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Monitor and manage any complications related to lens wear, such as dryness, infection, or corneal abrasions.
6. Use and Maintenance of Equipment
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Operate and maintain diagnostic tools such as tonometers, fundus cameras, visual field analyzers, and optical coherence tomography (OCT) machines.
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Calibrate and troubleshoot optometric equipment as needed.
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Ensure sterilization and safety protocols for instruments and examination rooms.
7. Record Keeping and Reporting
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including test results, prescriptions, and follow-up notes.
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Use electronic medical records (EMR) systems or practice management software as required.
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Assist in generating patient reports, treatment summaries, or referrals when necessary.
8. Inventory and Optical Support (if in retail/clinic)
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Assist in the selection of frames, lenses, and coatings based on prescription and patient needs.
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Ensure inventory of contact lenses, trial kits, and diagnostic drops is maintained.
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Collaborate with optical sales staff to ensure customer satisfaction and clarity of prescription-related queries.
Key Skills and Competencies:
Clinical Expertise:
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Strong understanding of optometric procedures, eye anatomy, and visual sciences
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Familiarity with diagnostic tools and up-to-date clinical techniques
Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
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Patient-centric approach with the ability to communicate medical information clearly and compassionately
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Strong counseling skills to guide patients on eye care, lens selection, and post-treatment care
Problem Solving and Decision-Making:
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Analytical ability to assess symptoms and test results to make accurate diagnoses
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Confidence in clinical decisions and treatment recommendations
Technical and Digital Literacy:
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Proficient in handling optometry software, EMR systems, and digital testing tools
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Ability to adapt to new technologies and equipment
Teamwork and Coordination:
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Ability to collaborate with optical dispensers, ophthalmologists, technicians, and support staff
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Contribute positively to a professional and ethical team environment
More information about this Optometrist Job
Please go through the below FAQs to get all answers related to the given Optometrist job
- What are the job requirements to apply for this Optometrist job position?
- Ans: A candidate must have a minimum of fresher as an Optometrist
- What is the qualification for this job?
- Ans: The candidate can be a Graduate from any of the following: Diploma, BSc
- What are the salary requirements for this job?
- Ans: The salary range is between 25000 and 30000 Monthly. The Salary will depend on the interview. This Optometrist is a Full Time in Bangalore.
- What is the hiring Process of this job?
- Ans: The hiring process all depends on the company. Normally for an entry level, hiring the candidate has to go for Aptitude, GD (If they look for communication),Technical test and face to face interviews.
- This Optometrist is a work from home job?
- Ans: No ,its not a Work from Home Job.
- How many job vacancies are opening for the Optometrist position?
- Ans: There are immediate 1 job openings for Optometrist in our Organisation.
