Clinical Optometrist, Hospital Experience, HealthHub, Dubai Festival City.

Job Requisition ID: 178747 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Important Notice

Applications from candidates whose experience is primarily limited to retail optical sales, optical dispensing, or high-street optometry environments without significant ophthalmology or hospital-based clinical experience will not be considered for this position

HealthHub Clinics is seeking an experienced DHA Licensed Optometrist to join our Ophthalmology team at Dubai Festival City.

This role is designed for an optometrist with a strong clinical background in hospital, specialist ophthalmology, or medical eye care settings. 

The successful candidate will work closely with Ophthalmologists in the assessment, diagnosis, investigation, and management of patients presenting with a wide range of ocular conditions.

We are specifically seeking candidates with proven experience in ophthalmology-focused practice rather than primary retail optical environments.

Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive optometric examinations including refraction, binocular vision assessments, and ocular health evaluations
Conduct advanced diagnostic testing including OCT, visual field analysis, fundus photography, tonometry, and other ophthalmic investigations
Identify and assess ocular pathology and support the diagnosis and management of eye disease
Work collaboratively with Ophthalmologists to support patient assessment, treatment planning, and ongoing care
Monitor patients with chronic ophthalmic conditions including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, retinal disorders, and other ocular diseases
Provide clinical findings and recommendations to support multidisciplinary patient management
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with DHA regulations and organizational standards
Ensure appropriate infection control and patient safety practices are followed at all times
Participate in clinical quality initiatives, audits, and continuous professional development activities

Essential Requirements

DHA License as an Optometrist
Bachelor's Degree in Optometry or equivalent recognized qualification
Valid BLS Certification
Minimum 3–5 years' post-licensure experience in a hospital, ophthalmology clinic, medical center, or specialist eye care setting
Demonstrated experience working directly alongside Ophthalmologists
Experience in the assessment and management of ocular pathology and medical eye conditions
Proficiency in OCT, visual field testing, fundus imaging, tonometry, and ophthalmic diagnostic equipment
Strong knowledge of ophthalmic disease processes and clinical referral pathways
Familiarity with EMR systems and clinical documentation standards
Excellent communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills

Preferred Experience

Experience supporting glaucoma, retina, cataract, cornea, oculoplastics, or medical ophthalmology services
Previous experience in a hospital-based ophthalmology department or specialist eye hospital

Arabic language skills are advantageous

About Al-Futtaim Healthcare

We Hear Your Ambition.
For over 90 years, the Al-Futtaim Group has been bringing the world’s leading brands of lifestyle watches, cars, home furnishings and fashion to the UAE. The Group has now introduced a whole new way of holistic healthcare through HealthHub Clinics by Al-Futtaim, its multi-speciality chain of more than 20 clinics in Dubai with over 25 specialties offering the right combination of advanced diagnostics, proven medical expertise and specialised services. 
What gives our clinics an edge is that as a part of the Al-Futtaim Group, you can expect world-class quality standards, with access to the best medical services and facilities within a healing environment. It’s a new way of healthcare that’s designed to meet a patient’s needs with a complete range of smart healthcare solutions. As testimony to this, only recently, we’ve earned a rare milestone of being the only primary healthcare network in the UAE to receive the Gold Seal by a reputed international body: Accreditation Canada.   
As trusted partners to health, we at HealthHub Clinics adopt evidence-based learning that enables us to listen to our patients more carefully. It helps us in treating the cause and not just the symptoms, while applying global best practices to ensure quality of care for every family member. Most of all, we adopt a patient-centric approach to healthcare that is reflected in the promise of our core belief: “We Hear You.”