Optometrist at Oasis Healthcare

Purpose:

To examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment. May prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Provide outpatient care for patients with eye-related disorders and conditions
2. Conduct routine eye examinations, including visual field tests
3. Determine each patient’s visual acuity, field of vision and hand-eye coordination
4. Take detailed medical histories for all patients, including current and past prescription medications
5. Evaluate eye-related symptoms, such as discharge, redness and inflammation
6. Prescribe corrective lenses when required
7. Refer patients to board-certified ophthalmologists when required for more holistic eye care
8. Educate patients on proper eye care
9. Identify eye health safety factors that could impact vision, such as working around chemicals or in front of a computer
10. Advise patients about proper eye hygiene and care.
11. Review and update Standard Operating Procedures and Policies for the Eye clinic department
12. Review and update budget for Eye clinic department.

Job Requirements

1. A degree/diploma holder in Optometry from a recognized institution
2. Licensed Optometrist
3. 2 years of experience
4. ICT literate
5. Ability to multitask