Trainer – Couselling (Patient Educator)

Key Roles and Responsibilities

·       Deliver theoretical and practical training on patient education in ophthalmic care.

·       Teach students how to effectively communicate eye health information to patients and their families.

·       Train students in pre- and post-operative counseling for cataract, glaucoma, retinal, and other eye surgeries.

·       Educate students on common eye diseases, preventive eye care, and treatment compliance.

·       Guide students in developing patient education materials (pamphlets, charts, presentations, etc.).

·       Provide training on low vision counseling and rehabilitation support.

·       Conduct role-plays and simulated patient interaction sessions to build confidence and clarity.

·       Teach ethical communication, cultural sensitivity, and handling of patient concerns with empathy.

·       Supervise students during clinical practice and patient counseling sessions.

·       Evaluate students through written tests, practical demonstrations, and communication assessments.

·       Maintain student attendance records, skill checklists, and performance reports.

·       Update training content based on the latest guidelines in ophthalmic education and communication.

·       Encourage students to participate in eye camps, awareness drives, and community education events.

·       Mentor students for personal development and professional behavior.

·       Coordinate with hospital teams for practical exposure in OPD and surgical counseling areas.

·       Promote patient-centered care and ensure students understand the importance of health education.

·       Participate in quality reviews, curriculum development, and program planning.

·       Perform any other duties assigned by the Administrator or Management, including support in outreach, documentation, or interdepartmental collaboration.

·       Open to travel to other secondary centres if needed to support the training and assessment.

Any other responsibilities to be added if any by the Administrator / Management

·       This may include involvement in admissions, orientation sessions, curriculum updates, report preparation, coordination with other departments, participation in audits, or support for outreach and institutional development activities.