Job Description

- Optometrist

Dr. M. L. Dhawale Memorial Trust Hospital, (Charitable), Palghar

Position Title: Optometrist

Department:

Ophthalmology / Vision Care

Reports To:

Ophthalmologist / Medical Superintendent

Location:

Palghar

1. Role Summary

The Optometrist will provide accurate, compassionate, and community-oriented vision care as part of the hospital's mission to deliver accessible and quality eye services. The role includes OPD work, pre- and post-operative evaluation, refraction, community screening, and patient education.

2. Key Responsibilities

Clinical

Perform detailed vision assessment, refraction, and prescribe spectacles. Conduct slit-lamp exam, tonometry, and basic diagnostic tests. Identify common eye conditions and refer appropriately to the ophthalmologist. Assist with pre-operative and post-operative care for cataract and other surgeries. Maintain patient records, OPD documentation, and equipment hygiene.

Community Outreach

Participate in eye screening camps in villages, schools, and workplaces. Support identification and referral of cataract and other cases. Educate communities on preventive eye health, spectacle use, and diabetes-related eye risks.

Patient Counselling

Guide spectacle usage, lens hygiene, lifestyle care, and postoperative instructions. Ensure respectful, empathetic interaction with all patients, especially elderly and underserved populations.

Operational

Support optical dispensing and adjust spectacles for proper fit. Help maintain data for hospital reporting and quality audits.

3. Qualifications & Skills

Education

B.Optom or Diploma in Optometry from a recognised institute.

Experience

0-1 year in a hospital or community eye-care setting (NGO experience preferred).

Technical Skills

Knowledge in refraction testing, slit-lamp examination, and basic diagnostics. Knowledge of common ocular conditions and referral protocols.

Soft Skills

Strong communication and patient-counselling abilities. Empathy, patience, and a service-oriented mindset. Ability to work collaboratively with doctors, nurses, and community health workers.

4. Work Environment

Hospital OPD setting with regular participation in rural outreach camps. Requires field visits in surrounding villages as part of preventive eye-care initiatives.

5. Salary

Rs. 15,000 - 20,000/-

Job Types: Full-time, Fresher

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person