Careers at Equity Afia

This role is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment in all areas of the hospital, including patient rooms, offices, and public spaces. This role is essential in ensuring infection control and contributes directly to patient safety, comfort, and overall healthcare quality.

• Certificate in Infection Control Practices in Housekeeping and Laundry
• Food handler certificate
• Certificate of good conduct
• At least two (2) years working in a service-oriented industry
• Good communication skills

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Qualifications/Requirements

• Diploma in Front Office Administration/Business Administration/ Health Records, or an equivalent qualification
• At least two (2) years working in a service-oriented industry
• Proficiency in computer skills (especially Health Management Information Systems).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

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Job Summary:

This role is responsible for providing comprehensive eye care services. You examine patients’ eyes, diagnose eye conditions, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment for various eye-related issues. You play a crucial role in helping individuals achieve and maintain good vision.

Key Responsibilities:

Conducting Eye Examinations

• Perform detailed eye examinations to assess patients’ visual acuity, refractive errors, binocular vision, and ocular health.
• Using specialized equipment and techniques to diagnose and detect eye conditions.

Prescription of Corrective Measures

• Prescribe and dispense appropriate eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other visual aids based on patients’ individual needs and visual requirements.
• Provide guidance on proper care and maintenance of eyewear.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on lens options, frames, and proper care for eyewear. Considering factors such as the patient’s refractive errors, lifestyle, occupational needs, and personal preferences.

Diagnosing and Treating Eye Conditions

• Identify and diagnose various eye disorders, diseases, and abnormalities.
• Develop treatment plans and provide recommendations for managing conditions like dry eyes, conjunctivitis, astigmatism, and strabismus prescribe medications.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and refer patients to specialized eye care professionals if necessary.

Contact Lens Fittings and Management

• Assess patients’ suitability for contact lens wear, perform contact lens fittings, and provide guidance on proper insertion, removal, and maintenance care.
• Monitor and manage contact lens-related complications ,infections or discomfort.
• Offering Pre- and Post-operative Care
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists and surgeons in providing pre-operative assessments and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgeries, such as cataract extraction, refractive surgeries, or corneal procedures.
• Monitor post-operative healing, manage complications, and educate patients on post-operative care instructions.

Providing Vision Therapy

• Design and implement vision therapy programs to improve visual function and correct vision-related issues.
• This may involve exercises, specialized lenses, and other therapeutic techniques aimed at enhancing eye coordination, focus, and perception.

Patient Education and Counseling

• Educate patients on maintaining optimal eye health practices and preventing eye diseases.
• Discuss the effects of lifestyle factors, such as nutrition, environmental conditions, and excessive screen time, on eye health.
• Provide guidance on lifestyle adjustments, occupational eye safety, including the use of protective eyewear.

Record Keeping and Documentation

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including examination findings, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescribed medications or corrective devices, and any follow-up recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical guidelines as well as equity Afia standards Operating procedures for patient record-keeping and confidentiality.

Collaboration and Referrals

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as general practitioners, pediatricians, neurologists, and other specialists, to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Make referrals to specialists or healthcare facilities when necessary for further evaluation or management of complex eye conditions.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Adhere to the regulations, guidelines, and standards set by the Kenya Optometric Association and the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Manage administrative tasks related to patient scheduling, record-keeping, billing, and inventory management.
• Adhere to Equity Afia limited policies, protocols, and quality assurance standards.
• Participate in meetings, committees, and initiatives aimed at improving patient care and optimizing clinic operations.

Staying Updated

• Stay informed about advancements in optometry, new diagnostic tools, treatment methods, and research findings.
• Engage in continuous professional development through attending conferences, seminars, workshops, and reading relevant literature.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• Diploma in Optometry
• Licensed Optometrist with Optometrists’ Association of Kenya

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficient in computer applications
• Good communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of eye anatomy, physiology, and common eye conditions.
• Ability to prescribe and fit corrective lenses accurately.
• Attention to detail and good record-keeping abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the healthcare team.

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Academic Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Community Oral Health from a recognized institution.
• Registration with a valid license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)
• Minimum of two (2) years’ post-internship experience
• Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Experience in community outreach programs, school dental health programs, or mobile dental clinics is an added advantage.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of dental hygiene, oral health, and infection prevention and control.
• Proficiency in computer skills (especially Health Management Information Systems).

Desired Competencies

• Ability to perform basic dental procedures (examinations, extractions, prophylaxis, fluoride application).
• Strong knowledge of oral disease prevention, health education, and community mobilization.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry advancements.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, especially with rural or underserved populations.