Optometrist Vacancy in Dominica
Position: Full-time Optometrist
Vyve Eye Care Centre is a vibrant modern ambulatory eye care facility in Dominica. We are seeking a competent and dedicated Optometrist to be part of our practice.
The Optometrist will function in a clinical capacity as well as help oversee the business of the Optical store. He/ she will work closely with other support staff as well as with the Ophthalmologist.
Responsibilities:
- Clinical examination of patients to determine refractive error and writing glasses prescriptions
- Prescribing and fitting of contact lenses, providing education on their care and use, and conducting aftercare follow-up appointments
- Screening for eye disease such as Glaucoma and Diabetic Retinopathy and referral of such cases to on-site Ophthalmologist
- Preparing patients to see the Ophthalmologist (preliminary exam, medical history, and testing)
- Performing special testing such as Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT) and Humphrey Visual Fields (HVF)
- Assisting with training of support staff
- Assisting with the management of the Optical store
- Providing advice to patients on lens type, coatings and tints, frames, and styling, and adjusting, fitting, and repairing spectacles
- Taking frame and facial measurements to ensure correct frame fit and positioning
- Placing orders with the Optical lab and checking lab orders on delivery to ensure that they meet the required specifications
- Educating and counseling clients on available products and services
- Taking responsibility for setting and meeting sales targets and practice growth
- Arranging and maintaining displays
- Maintaining stock levels
- Planning and administering business development goals, including marketing activities
- Keeping accurate patient and business records
Key Qualifications and Experience:
- BSc or Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree
- Excellent basic clinical skill in refraction, retinoscopy, contact lens prescribing and fitting and optical dispensing
- Good knowledge and experience performing ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT), Humphrey Visual Fields (HVFs), fundus photography, A- and B-scan biometry.
Salary & Benefits:
We offer competitive salary and benefits including three (3) weeks paid leave, gratuity, housing allowance and return flight. In addition, we will facilitate you obtaining a work permit in Dominica.
For information on Dominica please visit https://discoverdominica.com/en/home
Application Deadline: 27th April 2025