- Examine patients’ eyes to detect signs of injury, disease, abnormality and vision defects
- Operate diagnostic equipment such as slit-lamp bio-microscopy, fundus camera, optical coherence tomography, non-contact tonometer, Humphrey visual field analyser and etc.
- Explain eye examination results to patients, offer advice and reassurance on vision-related matters
- Recommend appropriate optical aids based on findings and demands
- Write referrals to ophthalmologist upon discovery of eye condition that requires doctor’s attention
- Teach first time contact lens wearer the proper way of handling contact lenses
- Manage the inventory of contact lenses, trial lenses and contact lens solutions
- Troubleshoot and adjust the fitting of spectacles and ophthalmic lenses
- Keep and maintain patients’ eye health record and historical data of purchases
- Ensure equipment and measuring tools are in good working condition
- Supervise and train new or younger Optometrists and Opticians
- Ad-hoc duties as and when assigned by the Branch Manager
Requirements
- Minimum a Diploma in Optometry from a recognised college (e.g. Singapore Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic)
- Must be eligible for provisional/conditional/full registration with OOB
- Retail experience will be advantageous
Working hours
5 days’ work week, generally 11am-9pm with the exception of a few outlets.
