Optometrist at an Eye Specialist Hospital - HR-EX Consulting

HR-EX Consulting - Our client, an Eye Specialist Hospital located in Surulere, Lagos State, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Optometrist

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Role & Responsibilities

• Perform thorough routine eye inspections including visual acuity measurement, refractions, Eye pressure measurement and so on
• Identify patient’s visual alertness, field of vision, and hand-eye coordination.
• Diagnose sight problems, such as nearsightedness and color blindness.
• Promote eye health by teaching patients about proper eye care techniques.
• Prescribe corrective lenses and medications.
• Contact lens fitting and Focimeter use.
• Take detailed medical histories for all patients, including current and past prescription medications
• Provide pre- and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery for example, examining a patient’s eyes the day after surgery.
• Clearly document diagnosis and treatment plan, including referrals, therapeutic prescriptions and long-term medical management, in patients’ charts.
• Maintain communication with Nurses and support staff in order to optimize quality clinical care and service
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) Degree.
• Current license to operate.
• 0 - 5 years work experience.
• Demonstrates leadership qualities.
• Able to work under a stressful situation.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Participate in the implementation of patient education, clinical support and community outreach programs
• Must be able to evaluate the results of a variety of diagnostic tests and decide on the best course of treatment for a patient.
• Must be able to clearly explain eye care instructions to their patients and answer patients’ questions.
• Customer service oriented with excellent analytical and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of eye-related disorders, conditions, and treatment.
• Flexible, team player, and critical thinker.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] and [email protected] the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.