Optometrist at Lily Hospitals Limited

Lily hospitals Limited, established since 1986 remains one of the foremost hospitals in Nigeria and within the South-South region of the country. It is the first private hospital in Nigeria to achieve ISO 9001:2000 quality management system certification from the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON). Also we are consistently committed to high standards; continuous improvement, service excellence, organizational citizenship, and outstanding work ethics.

At Lily hospitals, we are consistently committed to high standards; continuous improvement, service excellence, organizational citizenship, and outstanding work ethics. running residency training programs in family medicine and radiology. Lily Hospitals is also involved in housemanship training, internship training in Pharmacy and Radiology. We have multiple locations in Benin, Warri, Okuokoko etc.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Optometrist 

Location: Benin City,  Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking a qualified and patient-focused Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care services, including eye examinations, diagnosis and management of visual disorders, prescription of corrective lenses, and patient education.
• The successful candidate will work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality eye care services.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations and vision assessments.
• Diagnose and manage refractive errors and common eye conditions.
• Prescribe and dispense corrective lenses, spectacles, and contact lenses as appropriate.
• Detect signs of ocular diseases and refer patients to ophthalmologists or other specialists when necessary.
• Provide patient education on eye health, preventive care, and proper use of prescribed visual aids.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and clinical documentation.
• Operate and maintain ophthalmic diagnostic equipment.
• Participate in community eye health programs and awareness campaigns.
• Ensure compliance with professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuous professional development activities.

Educational Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree or Bachelor of Optometry from a recognized institution.
• Valid license to practice as an Optometrist.
• Registration with the relevant professional and regulatory body.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1–3 years of post-qualification clinical experience in a hospital, eye clinic, or similar healthcare setting.
• Freshly licensed Optometrists with strong clinical skills may also apply.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills in optometry practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret clinical findings and develop appropriate management plans.
• Good patient counseling and education skills.
• Proficiency in the use of ophthalmic diagnostic equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and empathy.

Other Requirements:

• Valid practicing license and evidence of current professional registration.
• Strong commitment to quality patient care and clinical excellence.
• Ability to work flexible schedules when required.
• Good ethical conduct and adherence to professional standards.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with electronic medical record systems will be an added advantage.
• Residency within or willingness to relocate to the job location will be an added advantage.

Remuneration

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Health insurance and other staff welfare benefits.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Other benefits in accordance with the organization's policies.

Application Closing Date
20th June, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and relevant credentials to: recruitment@lilyhospitals.net using "Optometrist- Benin" as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.