Job Description
Finance Jobs Aga Khan University Hospital Jobs
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the above position based in Nairobi, Kenya.
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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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