Optometrist at Ashmed Specialist Hospital

Ashmed Specialist Hospital has several ultra-modern facilities aimed at providing basic health care to every segment of society. It is a network of hospitals in ten different locations, including Kaduna, Abuja, Zamfara, Sokoto, Plateau, Kebbi, and Kwara states. Our guiding philosophy is to provide accessible, high-quality healthcare services to all individuals, regardless of their background. We believe in a patient-centred approach that emphasises respect, compassion, and dignity.

Ashmed Specialist Hospital has 14 centres of excellence, 34 specialities, over 500 beds, 125 ICU beds, 10 operating theatres, and 24 / 7 specialities, blood banks, and emergency response in all its centres, along with more than 500 staff and healthcare professionals. We are committed to providing compelling, quality medical services to our patients promptly.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Optometrist

Location: Abuja
Job type: Full time

Role Overview

• As an Optometrist at Ashmed Specialist Hospital, you will play a crucial role in delivering comprehensive eye care to our patients, conducting routine eye exams, diagnosing vision problems, and prescribing corrective lenses and treatment plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct full eye health and vision examinations using advanced diagnostic tools.
• Diagnose and manage vision disorders such as myopia, hyperopia, glaucoma, and cataracts.
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications as needed.
• Work collaboratively with ophthalmologists, GPs, and other healthcare providers.
• Educate patients on proper eye care and visual hygiene.
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (OD) in Optometry from a recognized institution.
• Current practicing license from the Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria (ODORBN).
• Minimum of 2 years of post-NYSC clinical experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and a patient-centered approach to care.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: recruitment_abj@ashmedspecialisthospital.com using “Application – Optometrist” as the subject of the email.