An Optometrist is a qualified eye care professional responsible for examining patients' eyes, identifying vision-related problems, prescribing corrective lenses, and providing primary eye care services

Educational Qualification : Bachelor's Degree (B.Sc. Optometry).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform eye screening, visual acuity testing and refraction assessments.
• Identify common vision problems and detect potential eye disorders.
• Recommend appropriate spectacles and corrective lenses based on examination results.
• Refer patients to ophthalmologists or eye specialists for further diagnosis and treatment whenever required.
• Provide basic eye care guidance and educate communities on eye health, hygiene and preventive measures.
• Organise and conduct eye screening camps in rural and underserved communities.
• Participate in community-based health programmes and awareness activities.
• Maintain accurate records of eye examinations, patient details, diagnoses and referrals.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on eye screening activities and project achievements.