WGGA Medical Services PLC Optometrist Jobs in Ethiopia
WGGA Medical Services PLC Optometrist Jobs in Ethiopia
Job SummaryUnder the supervision of the nursing and education manager the optometry is responsible for performing vision tests, diagnosing sight problems, prescribing contact lenses and eyeglasses, and also counsel patients to help promote eye health.
Detail Duties and Responsibilities
Perform standard eye exams for patients on a daily basis
Provide outpatient care for patients with eye-related disorders and conditions
Determine each patient’s visual acuity, field of vision and eye coordination
Take detailed medical histories for all patients, including current and past prescription medications
Evaluate eye-related symptoms, such as discharge, redness and inflammation
Prescribe corrective lenses when required
Refer patients to ophthalmologists for various diseases & when required for more holistic eye care
Educate patients on proper eye care, clarify factors that have an impact on vision, advice patients about proper eye hygiene and care.
Examine the structures of the eye and visual system using relevant instrumentation, , like Visual Field, Keratometry, Tonometry , Biometry, Ultrasound (A & B Scan), OCT observation and pharmaceutical agents (refraction, ocular and fundus examination) to determine visual acuity and perception, focus and coordination
Provide advice to patients, concerning refractive errors, optical correction & prescribe corrective lenses.
Provide information concerning abnormal ocular conditions for appropriate action to be taken by the medical specialist (Ophthalmologist).
Transfer knowledge and skill to Junior optometry on diagnostic tests such as Visual Field, Keratometry, Tonometry , Biometry, Ultrasound (A &
B Scan), Fundus Photo and OCT etc. as needed
Work closely with the ophthalmologist , nursing & optical staff
Able to use measuring devices to take client measurements including bridge and eye sizes, vertex distance, papillary distance, temple length, optical eye centers for sizes for eyeglasses.
Understand the coordination of frames and eye measurements to the optical prescription
Educate and counsel patients on care of glasses, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements and safety factors
Check all lenses returned from the lab to ensure they match the prescription.
Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skills.
Assist in optical shop when required
Analyze results from all tests conducted and provide input to physician/ ophthalmologist
Ensure patient are treated respectfully at all times.
Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
Job Requirements
Education
BSC degree in Optometry from recognized university
Experience
2 (two) years and above related experience
Technical and other Skills
Good communication and presentation skills
Well organized and ability to act in a professional and ethical manner
Competency in computer applications
Ability to analyze and solve the problems
Ability to work under pressure
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should submit their application, CV and copies of supporting Educational and work experience documents to Human Resource and Administration Department office in person to WGGA Medical service 2nd floor, or E-mail through: sd@wggaeyecenter.com with in five working days.
Physical Address: Ethio-China friendship Road located at Gorgorios squire, for further Information Tel: 0114-70-22-17/0114-70-16-65
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