This role is based at Aga Khan University Hospital and is responsible for providing comprehensive eye care services, specializing in conducting detailed examinations, diagnosing and managing ocular conditions, prescribing corrective measures, and promoting overall visual wellness.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive eye examinations on patients.
- Keep updated and accurate medical records for all patients.
- Prescribe spectacles, visual aids, contact lenses, and offer low vision therapy when required.
- Ensure proper management and calibration of eye care equipment.
- Detect signs and symptoms of general health conditions such as diabetes and hypertension.
- Manage and monitor some eye conditions, either autonomously or alongside an ophthalmologist.
- Effectively communicate with patients explaining their diagnosis and the different treatment options.
- Promote eye health by counselling patients on proper eyewear care, contact lens hygiene, and offering overall visual wellness education.
- Collaborate with the clinic team to ensure smooth patient flow and high-quality care delivery for every patient.
- Operate specialized equipment and be conversant with diagnostic procedures in eye care such as Optical Coherence Topography, Visual Field, Topography, Fundus Camera, and Biometry.
- Attend CMEs organized by the hospital to stay updated on any changes emerging in the eye care field.
- Assist in development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Participate and contribute to quality improvement initiative.
- Any other duty assigned by the management.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Diploma in Optometry from a reputable institution. A degree in Optometry is an additional advantage.
- Registration from Optometrist Association of Kenya.
- 2 years’ work experience with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite.
- Able to communicate with medical professionals.
- Able to work with a team of people from various backgrounds and training.
- Excellent customer service skills and empathetic to patients of all ages.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Culturally sensitive.
- Able to keep up with continuous Medical Education programs.
- Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
