Optometrist (Six momths Fixed Term Contract), Optical AKUH (ON)

2 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Aga Khan University Full time

Optometrist

Department

Optical AKUH(ON)

Entity

Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Introduction

Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH, N) is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is one of the hospitals in East Africa accredited by the Joint Commission International from USA. The University Hospital has been providing high quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years.

The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi Outreach Division is a rapidly growing network of 54 medical centers spread over East Africa. These medical centers feature three to five consulting rooms with a practice that is home to qualified medical officers, highly-experienced nurses and constant reception cover. The clinics offer an on-site pharmacy and laboratory as well as radiology and sonography services. There is high expectation for staff to provide high quality professional services.

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the above position based in Nairobi, Kenya.

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.

  • To 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:

  • 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

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