Murang’a County Public Service Board is hiring for the following position:
CLINICAL OFFICER – INTERN (OPHTHAMOLOGISTS) – THREE (3) POSTS
Apply Now to become a Clinical Officer – Intern (Ophthalmologist) and join a team dedicated to providing comprehensive eye care.
Number of Posts: 3
Key Requirements: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Medicine, Higher Diploma in Ophthalmology, and a valid practicing license.
Key Duties: Conducting eye examinations, performing minor surgeries, and participating in eye care campaigns.
Minimum Requirements
- Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery or a Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Medicine.
- Higher Diploma in Ophthalmology Specialization from a recognized institution.
- Registered with the Clinical Officers Council
- Must hold a valid practicing license.
Other requirements
- Professional certifications: May include Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac
- Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
Duties and responsibilities
- Provide consultations at eye clinics, conduct comprehensive eye examinations, and take ophthalmic histories from patients.
- Evaluate and manage common eye ailments and chronic eye diseases. This includes prescribing appropriate medication.
- Perform minor eye surgeries, including cataract surgeries (such as small incision technique) and trachoma surgeries.
- Prescription and dispensing: Assess visual acuity and prescribe corrective eyeglasses and other low-vision devices for patients with refractive errors.
- Identify and appropriately refer complicated or emergency cases that require a senior specialist’s attention, such as an ophthalmologist.
- Admit patients to wards when necessary and inform the senior medical officer.
- Lead or participate in campaigns aimed at creating awareness of eye conditions such as cataracts and trachoma.
- Take part in planning and participating in eye camps
- Conduct screening exercises and eye care training for the community.
- Documentation and reporting: Accurately and properly document all assessments and treatments in patient files. Compile and submit reports on departmental activities.
- Maintain equipment in good condition and manage the inventory of ophthalmic supplies and drugs. Compile requisitions to avoid stock shortages.
- Staff supervision: Monitor and supervise other clinic staff to ensure work is done efficiently.
- Participate in annual program planning and provide recommendations to improve the quality of services.
- Ongoing education: Attend and participate in Continuous Medical Education (CME) sessions to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in eye care.
- Mentor and provide on-the-job training to junior staff and students.