Ndonyo Healthcare Optometrist Job Vacancy in Kenya

Ndonyo Healthcare is a private hospital based in Naivasha town.

We currently have branches at Gilgil and Kwa Muhia off Moi Southlake Rd Naivasha.

We are currently looking for a qualified and dedicated candidate to fill the following position;

Position Title: Optometrist

Purpose

  • To examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment.
  • May prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide outpatient care for patients with eye-related disorders and conditions
  • Conduct routine eye examinations, including visual field tests
  • Determine each patient’s visual acuity, field of vision and hand-eye coordination
  • Take detailed medical histories for all patients, including current and past prescription medications
  • Evaluate eye-related symptoms, such as discharge, redness and inflammation
  • Prescribe corrective lenses when required
  • Refer patients to board-certified ophthalmologists when required for more holistic eye care
  • Educate patients on proper eye care
  • Identify eye health safety factors that could impact vision, such as working around chemicals or in front of a computer
  • Advise patients about proper eye hygiene and care
  • Review and update Standard Operating Procedures and Policies for the Eye clinic department
  • Review and update budget for Eye clinic department.

Job Requirements

  • A degree/diploma holder in Optometry from a recognized institution
  • Licensed Optometrist
  • Ability to multitask and ICT literate

Application Instructions

1. Interested candidates to email their cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae ONLY; including names and contacts of three references, to (recruitment@nhcmaisha.co.ke) on or before (30th March, 2023.)

2. Canvassing of any nature will lead to automatic disqualification.

“NHC Maisha is an equal opportunity employer”