Optometrist at Lily Hospitals Limited

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Optometrist responsible for examining patients' eyes and providing comprehensive vision care.
• The job holder will diagnose eye conditions such as myopia, glaucoma, astigmatism, and other vision impairments.
• Additionally, the Optometrist will treat visual problems, prescribe corrective solutions, and provide vision therapy and low-vision rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations to diagnose eye diseases and infections.
• Perform routine and follow-up eye exams for pediatric and adult patients.
• Analyze test results and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Prescribe and dispense contact lenses, eyeglasses, and other visual aids.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care for surgical patients.
• Triage and screen acute or unscheduled patients.
• Educate and counsel patients on visual hygiene, lens care, and safety.
• Refer patients to ophthalmology specialists as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum academic qualification of Doctor of Optometry (OD)
• Minimum of 2 to 4 years relevant work experience preferably in the health or Sector.
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as Nigerian Optometric Association (NOA) or Optometry and Dispensing Optician Board of Nigeria (O.D.O.B.N).
• Knowledge of the Microsoft office package.
• Outstanding communication (oral and written), interpersonal and people MANAGEMENT skills.
• Possess high degree of accuracy and attention to details.
• High level of problem solving and critical thinking skills.

What We Offer

• Salary: N200,000 monthly (Based on years of experience)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.