• Application Deadline:
• Position: Optometrist


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 - 4 years


• Location Lagos


• City Surulere


• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  

Duties and 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

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) Degree with 3-4 years experience


• Current license to operate


• Demonstrates leadership qualities


• Able to work under 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, as well as 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