Optometrist

Job Purpose

Clinical Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and vision tests.
• Diagnose visual problems and determine appropriate solutions.
• Develop prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses.
• Conduct contact lens fitting and follow-up assessments.
• Educate patients on contact lens care, usage, and safety.
• Monitor patient adaptation and manage related concerns.
• Analyze test results and provide treatment recommendations.

Patient and Store Responsibilities

• Maintain clinical accuracy, patient safety, documentation, and patient records.
• Recommend lenses and upgrades and work with the sales team to close prescriptions into sales.
• Contribute to store targets and reduce lost prescriptions.
• Deliver a professional healthcare experience and build long-term patient relationships.
• Handle patient concerns and complaints effectively.
• Guide and train staff on prescriptions, eye care basics, and product knowledge.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills are required.
• Good understanding of optical products and the sales process is required.
• The role requires balancing clinical care with commercial awareness.
• Strong communication, patient counseling, attention to detail, and commitment to quality care are required.

Experience and Education

• One to four years of experience in a related field is required.
• A bachelor's degree in optometry is required.

Language and Credentials

• Excellent spoken and written English and Arabic are required.
• SCFHS credentials are required.

Clinical Standards

• Maintain clinical instruments and monitor trial lenses for validity, safety, and usability.
• Ensure the clinic area complies with hygiene and safety standards.
• Follow clinical, regulatory, company, ethical, and patient-first standards, including SCFHS and healthcare requirements.