Optometrist – DHA Licensed (Short-Term Contract)

The JOb

We are seeking to engage a DHA-licensed Optometrist for a short-term assignment. This opportunity is suited to professionals who are locally available, and able to commence immediately for a fixed-duration engagement.

Key Requirements

• Must have a valid UAE residence visa (Work Permit will be applied)
• DHA Optometrist License (active or previously issued and eligible for immediate renewal)
• Availability for a short-term / fixed-duration contract
• Prior experience in a retail optical environment  
• Currently based in UAE and available to start immediately or at short notice

Job Description

• Performing eye testing and prescription writing
• Dispensing and selling optical frames, contact lenses and sunglasses
• Checking optical frames and contact lenses for accuracy and comfort
• Advising customers on eye wear options, optical lenses and contact lenses
• Achieving sales targets with regard to selling optical frames, sunglasses, contact lenses and other accessories
• Supporting sales staff in their day to day transactions
• Performing in shop inventory and ordering stocks
• Maintaining general cleanliness and hygiene standards
• Liaising with sales representatives from eye care product suppliers

profile

• Bachelor degree in Optometry
• 2 to 6 years of relevant experience in a retail optical store environment
• Good knowledge of lenses & other eyewear products
• Well versed with vision disorders
• Aware of the latest equipment & techniques for vision correction
• Computer savvy
• Excellent communication (including spoken & written English)
• Good personality & immaculately groomed
• Excellent customer service skills