The Role
Perform comprehensive orthoptic assessments and visual function testing to diagnose and manage eye movement and binocular vision disorders. Develop and deliver individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans, support pediatric and special-needs vision care, educate families, collaborate with ophthalmologists for pre/post-procedure care, and maintain accurate clinical documentation in a hospital or clinic setting.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are seeking a dedicated Orthoptist to join a leading healthcare organization in Dubai. This opportunity is ideal for professionals passionate about assessing and managing eye movement disorders, binocular vision conditions, and pediatric vision care within a multidisciplinary ophthalmology environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive orthoptic assessments, including ocular motility and binocular vision evaluations.
- Perform visual function testing and support the diagnosis of eye movement and visual coordination disorders.
- Assess and manage patients with conditions such as strabismus (squint), amblyopia (lazy eye), diplopia (double vision), nystagmus, and convergence insufficiency.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment and rehabilitation programs.
- Support pediatric ophthalmology services and assist with vision assessments for children and patients with special needs.
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, vision therapy, and home-based exercises.
- Collaborate with ophthalmologists in patient management, including pre- and post-procedure assessments.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure high standards of patient care.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Orthoptics or a related specialty.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience for Bachelor's Degree holders or 5 years for Diploma holders.
- Experience working within ophthalmology clinics, eye hospitals, or specialist vision care centers.
- Strong knowledge of binocular vision disorders, pediatric eye care, and ocular motility assessment.
- Hands-on experience with orthoptic diagnostic equipment and vision assessment techniques
- Experience in pediatric ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, or strabismus services.
- Previous hospital-based experience.
- International healthcare experience is highly regarded.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Orthoptics or related specialty
- Minimum 2 years relevant experience (Bachelor) or 5 years (Diploma)
- Experience working in ophthalmology clinics, eye hospitals, or specialist vision care centers
- Strong knowledge of binocular vision disorders, pediatric eye care, and ocular motility assessment
- Hands-on experience with orthoptic diagnostic equipment and vision assessment techniques
- Experience in pediatric ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, or strabismus services
- Previous hospital-based experience
- International healthcare experience
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What We Do
Black Pearl is a leading HR consultancy and specialist recruitment firm based in the UAE and GCC. They provide customized HR solutions, executive search, and strategic recruitment services across various corporate support, finance, accounting, and business operations roles, helping clients achieve success through tailored staffing and HR consulting services.
