Company: Tanaka Nursing Home
Job
Title: Clinical
Officer Ophthalmology
Industry: Health
Location: Busia
Gross
Salary: Competitive
Tanaka
Nursing Home is a private level 4 healthcare facility located in Busia Town.
We
are seeking to recruit capable, motivated and professional Ophthalmologist who
will have the overall responsibility for the daily clinical assessment and
prescription of treatment for all patients in the Eye Unit
Duties
and Responsibilities
· Provide
consultations at the eye clinic,
· Diagnose,
manage and conduct cataract cases appropriately,
· Increase
community awareness to participation in eye care especially cataract
identification and referral,
· Perform
cataract surgeries and refer complicated cases appropriately,
· Take part in planning and participating in eye camps,
· Ensure
that all assessments and treatment provided are properly documented on
patients’ files,
· Maintain
an accurate and updated records keeping system in the health unit keeping in
mind that any significant changes seen with regards to cases seen in health
unit should be reported to the Doctor in charge and other relevant authorities,
· Admit
patients to the wards when necessary and ensure that M.O. in-charge is promptly
informed,
· Maintain
equipment in good condition and submit regular inventory report of the same,
· Compile
and submit quarterly inventory return/ requisition of all drugs and supplies,
· Attend
and participate in weekly Continuous Medical Education (CME) sessions at the
hospital,
· Perform
minor eye surgeries, trachoma surgeries and refer complicated cases
appropriately.
· Carry
out other relevant duties as may be required or assigned by your supervisor.
· Quality
eye care services offered to patients,
· Provision
of corrective glasses to those with refractive errors,
· Timely
surgical management/ referrals of eye injuries,
· Timely
reporting of departmental activities,
· Conducting
Eye Care Trainings and Screening exercises as required.
Education,
Experience & Skills
· Higher
Diploma in Clinical Medicine- Ophthalmology/ Cataract surgery,
· Registered
with the Clinical Officers Council,
· Minimum
of 3 years work experience as an Ophthalmic Clinical Officer.
· Ability
to write clear, concise reports and well developed communication skills,
· Good
computer skills (Complete MS Office package and any HMIS (Hospital Management
Information System) and data analysis),
· Must be
a team player and flexible.
How to
Apply
If
you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and
experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject
(Clinical Officer Ophthalmology) to tanakanursinghome@gmail.com