Summary
Taiba Hospital is seeking a Pediatric Optometrist in Sabah Al Salem, Kuwait. The role involves conducting age-appropriate eye examinations, screening and managing pediatric vision conditions, prescribing corrective lenses and vision therapy, and referring complex cases to pediatric ophthalmology. The optometrist will also educate children and families and support school health and early intervention screening programs. Applicants need a Ministry of Higher Education-approved bachelor's degree in optometry, 3–5 years of optometry experience, and advanced pediatric optometry training.
The posting
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Your Impact
100% of pediatric patients receive age-appropriate eye examinations using specific techniques and equipment.
100% of complex or surgical cases are referred to pediatric ophthalmology within appropriate timeframes.
≥90% of prescribed treatment plans are documented and tracked for compliance.
Sustained increase in pediatric patient footfall driven by diagnostic quality and family trust-building.
What you will do
Pediatric Eye Examinations: Conduct routine age-appropriate eye exams—visual acuity, stereopsis, visual field, binocular vision, and hand-eye coordination—using pediatric-specific techniques and equipment.
Condition Screening & Management: Screen to manage amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, and congenital eye conditions.
Patient History & Evaluation: Take medical and developmental histories, and assess symptoms including discharge, redness, tearing, and light sensitivity.
Treatment, Prescription & Referral: Prescribe corrective lenses, glasses, and vision therapy; refer to a board-certified pediatric ophthalmologist for specialist care.
Patient & Family Education: Educate children and parents/guardians on eye care, corrective lens and patch compliance, and eye safety factors.
Community & Program Involvement: Support vision screening alongside school health and early intervention programs, and contribute to pediatric eye health awareness initiatives.
How success is measured
Growth in patient volume driven by diagnostic quality
Positive family feedback on comfort during examinations
Clear communication of the unit's value to families
You will thrive here if you have…
Bachelor's Degree in Optometry (Ministry of Higher Education-approved)
3–5 years' optometry experience (pediatric exposure preferred)
Advanced Pediatric Optometry training
Sharp clinical judgement in vision assessment
A calm, empathetic touch with anxious young patients and parents
Independence and composure in a fast-paced clinical setting
Competencies we value
Clinical Excellence – Precision in diagnosis
Patient-Centered Care – Comfort-first, child-friendly care
Communication – Clarity, compassion with kids and adults alike
Attention to Detail – Accuracy that never wavers
Collaboration – Seamless teamwork across care teams