The Ophthalmic Clinical Officer shall review the eye department activities and priorities on a regular basis updating the Medical Superintendent on gaps and/or provide recommendations on how to improve quality of services as well as the planning, implementation and management of the Eye Department in the Hospital.
Responsibilities
Provide treatment for eye diseases
Work in conjunction with optometrist and other health care officers to provide integrated, quality care for patients.
Evaluate symptoms, run tests to diagnose a patient’s condition and then prescribe medication or treatment to remedy the illness or injury.
Perform minor eye surgeries, trachoma surgeries and refer complicated cases appropriately.
Maintain equipment in a good condition and submit regular inventory reports of the same.
Attend and participate in weekly Continuous Medical Education (CME) sessions at the hospital.
Knowledge and Experience Required
Diploma in Clinical medicine and Higher Diploma in Ophthalmology from a recognized Institution
Registered with the Clinical Officer’s Council- Kenya
One year experience (Post specialization)
Must be willing to work during odd hours and on weekends/holidays
Committed to work in multidisciplinary team
Demonstrated ability to uphold and align oneself with the core values of St. Francis Community Hospital.
Interested candidates should submit and address their applications, ENCLOSING A DETAILED CV, AND COVER LETTER ONLY to careers@stfrancishospital.or.ke so as to be received by 24th March 2023. Applicants MUST INDICATE CURRENT & EXPECTED CONSOLIDATED SALARY in their application and indicate OPHTHALMIC RCO on the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
careers@stfrancishospital.or.ke
