Optometrist -Kisumu

Optometrists are medical professionals with the core responsibility of performing eye examinations to check for vision problems and diseases and based on the results, prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses or offer other appropriate advice while maintaining high standards of care.

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 prescriptions.

Evaluate eye-related symptoms, such as discharge, redness, and inflammation

Prescribe corrective lenses when required

Refer patients to when required for more holistic 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 the budget for Eye clinic department.

Job Requirements
Required education
: Bachelor's degree

Required relevant work experience
: 2 years

Required languages:
English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)