**Job Qualifications & Skills ****

• Diploma/Degree in Optometry from a recognized institution.

• Valid practicing license from the Optometrists Association of Kenya and/or relevant regulatory authority.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a hospital or accredited eye care setting.

• Strong knowledge of refractive techniques and ocular disease screening.

• Proficiency in EMR systems and optical dispensing processes.

• Excellent patient communication and counseling skills.

• High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and ethical conduct.

Method of Application****

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV using the position as subject of email.

• The email subject line MUST **include the position title and the location being applied for, e.g., “OPTOMETRIST - KEROKA.”

• Canvassing of any nature will lead to automatic disqualification.

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations, including visual acuity testing, refraction, slit lamp examination, and ocular health assessment.

• Diagnose and manage refractive errors and common ocular conditions within the scope of practice.

• Prescribe and dispense corrective lenses, spectacles, and other optical devices as appropriate.

• Detect early signs of ocular diseases and refer complex cases to ophthalmologists or specialized facilities.

• Perform basic diagnostic procedures such as tonometry and visual field testing.

• Provide patient education on eye care, preventive measures, and management of chronic eye conditions.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient records in EMR systems.

• Ensure adherence to infection prevention and control measures in the eye clinic.

• Maintain and perform routine checks on optometric equipment to ensure accuracy and safety.

• Participate in outreach programs and community eye health promotion initiatives.

• Monitor optical stock levels and ensure proper management of lenses and consumables.

• Participate in clinical audits, SafeCare assessments, and continuous quality improvement activities.

• Ensure compliance with national optometry regulatory standards and licensing requirements.

• Uphold professionalism, patient confidentiality, ethical standards, and respectful patient care at all times.