Optometrist Job, Kenyan Medical Jobs 2023, 

Ref: CEH/HR/REC/001/2023

Main Purpose of the Role

• Reporting to the Optometrist In-charge, the incumbent shall be tasked with conducting routine eye examinations, in a bid to diagnose and detect refractive errors and offer appropriate corrections.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate refraction, Visual Acuity/ Intra- ocular pressures, IPD measurement for patients using observation, instruments and pharmaceuticals agents.
• When patients come with their own glasses, confirm their prescriptions and recommend corrections if required.
• Analyse test results and assist in developing a treatment plan for patients.
• Perform markings for progressive and bifocal lenses.
• File and sign pre-authorization insurance forms.
• Handle customer’s questions and concerns in regard to refraction.
• Record test outcomes accurately in the patient’s files.
• Clean testing instruments and machines in readiness for use in patients.
• Ensure proper storage of testing instruments.
• Take part in company projects and carry out any other tasks that may be assigned to you by your Line manager and/ or any other person placed in authority over you.
• Safe handling of equipment/instruments and timely reporting of the breakages.
• Participate in the training of the optometrist trainees and ophthalmic assistants.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Optometry from a recognized institution (a degree will be an added advantage)
• Minimum two years’ experience as optometrist.

Key Skills and Competencies Required

• Good leadership, Interpersonal communication and Customer Care Skills.
• Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team