Job description

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.RequirementsBachelor'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 techniquesExperience in pediatric ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, or strabismus services.Previous hospital-based experience.International healthcare experience is highly regarded.To view other vacancies we have, please check our website (www.blackpearlconsult.com) and follow us on our social media accounts - LinkedIn / Facebook / Twitter / Instagram Disclaimer: Black Pearl will never ask for money or any form to charge our candidates just to process or consider their application for any of our available vacancies. If you happen to receive such request from any members of our staff or other individuals claiming to be part of Black Pearl, please do call our office at +9712 622 55 03 or drop us a message on our website.

Skills

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.