Pediatric Optometrist

Job Title: Pediatric Optometrist Job Code: PDO-001 Department: Ophthalmology Your Impact - 100% of pediatric patients receive age-appropriate eye examinations using specific techniques and equipment. - 100% of complex or surgical cases are referred to pediatric ophthalmology within appropriate timeframes. - ≥90% of prescribed treatment plans are documented and tracked for compliance. - Sustained increase in pediatric patient footfall driven by diagnostic quality and family trust-building. What You Will Do - Pediatric Eye Examinations: Conduct routine age-appropriate eye exams—visual acuity, stereopsis, visual field, binocular vision, and hand-eye coordination—using pediatric-specific techniques and equipment. - Condition Screening & Management: Screen to manage amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, and congenital eye conditions. - Patient History & Evaluation: Take medical and developmental histories, and assess symptoms including discharge, redness, tearing, and light sensitivity. - Treatment, Prescription & Referral: Prescribe corrective lenses, glasses, and vision therapy; refer to a board-certified pediatric ophthalmologist for specialist care. - Patient & Family Education: Educate children and parents/guardians on eye care, corrective lens and patch compliance, and eye safety factors. - Community & Program Involvement: Support vision screening alongside school health and early intervention programs, and contribute to pediatric eye health awareness initiatives. How Success Is Measured - Growth in patient volume driven by diagnostic quality - Positive family feedback on comfort during examinations - Clear communication of the unit's value to families You will thrive here if you have… - Bachelor's Degree in Optometry (Ministry of Higher Education-approved) - 3–5 years' optometry experience (pediatric exposure preferred) - Advanced Pediatric Optometry training - Sharp clinical judgement in vision assessment - A calm, empathetic touch with anxious young patients and parents - Independence and composure in a fast-paced clinical setting Competencies we value - Clinical Excellence – Precision in diagnosis - Patient-Centered Care – Comfort-first, child-friendly care - Communication – Clarity, compassion with kids and adults alike - Attention to Detail – Accuracy that never wavers - Collaboration – Seamless teamwork across care teams