As the Optometrist, you will be responsible for providing primary vision care, including diagnosing and treating eye conditions, prescribing corrective lenses, and promoting eye health. And have excellent clinical skills, a passion for patient care, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Bachelor's degree in optometry from a school accredited by the Guyana Medical Board
A minimum of three (3) years’ experience
Experience with contact lenses will be an asset
Registered with the Guyana Medical Board and in good standing
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Proficient in the use of optical diagnostic devices
Able to manage and priorities a heavy workload
A strong focus on delivering good customer service
Good analytical and interpersonal skills
Conducts tests to determine if a patient is far-sighted or near-sighted and prescribes corrective eyeglasses, contact lenses or other treatment options like low-vision rehabilitation or vision therapy in helping blind persons
Tests for glaucoma and other eye diseases caused by systematic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure and refers patients to an Ophthalmologist if necessary
Educates and counsels patients on contact lens care, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements, safety factors, correct reading habits and good nutrition and hygiene
Schedules servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating or fine-tuning of devices and equipment to ensure that results are accurate
Ensures that customer receive service that exceeds their expectations to encourage repeat visits
Performs any other related duties requested by the Chief Optometrist
Unicomer is a dynamic and fast-paced retail organization. We are part of an Extraordinary Group with more than 24 years of experience improving people's quality of life with products and financial services in 21 countries in Latin America, the Caribbean and the United States; operating in more than 1,270 points of sale with more than 25 commercial brands. Our established brands within the Caribbean include Courts, Optical, Ready Finance, Radio Shack and Lucky Dollar. We stand out for innovating financial products, providing opportunities to millions of people and promoting financial inclusion. We focus our efforts on offering solutions to clients and communities for a sustainable economic growth. Our priority is to place our customers at the center, by providing them with the best products and financial services experience through physical stores and digital channels. We are unique, we are Unicomer!