Job Description
\n\t\t\t\tApplications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the above vacancy that has arisen within First Mutual Health Services.The JobReporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\tDuties and Responsibilities
\n\t\t\t\t\u2022 Setting up, expanding, and managing all FM Optometry Clinics across the country\u2022 Developing and reviewing the FMHS Optometry Division Strategy: Acting as the Practioned in Charge through registration of all optomeny hisLiaising with Ophthalmologists and other specialists to offer services in FMHS centers\u2022 Ensuring all Optometry units are compliant with HPA, PCZ, City Council, and other regulatory bodies\u2022 Advising on the acquisition, installation, calibration, and maintenance of optometry equipment\u2022 Developing Optometry Division Standard Operating Procedures and clinical protocols\u2022 Conducting comprehensive eye examinations, diagnosing problems or impairments, and prescribing corrective lenses or\u2022 Analysing test results and developing\/implementing management plans\u2022 Prescribing, supplying, fitting, and adjusting eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids Educating and counselling patients on contact lens care, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements, and safety factors\u2022 Consulting with and referring patients to ophthalmologists or other health care practitioners as appropriatePrescribing therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision\u2022 Providing vision therapy and low vision rehabilitation\u2022 Organising outreach services and performing other official duties as assigned<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\tQualifications and Experience
\n\t\t\t\tThe PersonThe ideal candidate must possess the following:\u2022 Bachelor of Science in Optometry\u2022 Valid Practicing Certificate\u2022 At least 3 years post-qualification experience working in a hospital or an eye clinic\u2022 Strong business acumen\u2022 Excellent clinical and diagnostic skills in optometry\u2022 Strong communication and interpersonal skills\u2022 Attention to detail\u2022 Committed to high levels of integrity\u2022 A Postgraduate Qualification in Business Administration or Project Management is an added advantage\u2022 Prior experience in setting up an Optometry Clinic is an added advantage<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\tHow to Apply<\/p>\n
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