Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations to assess patients’ vision health and diagnose eye conditions or diseases.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patients’ needs, including prescribing medications, recommending corrective lenses, or performing surgical procedures.
• Perform surgical procedures such as cataract surgery, LASIK, corneal transplants, and other advanced surgical techniques.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care to patients undergoing eye surgery, including managing follow-up appointments and monitoring recovery progress.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including optometrists, ophthalmic technicians, and nurses, to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal outcomes.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements and trends in ophthalmology through continuing education and participation in professional development activities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all patients, including examination findings, treatment plans, and follow-up care.

Qualifications

• A medical degree in Ophthalmology.
• 2+ years relevant work experience.
• Successful completion of an internship and residency in Ophthalmology.
• A license to practice Ophthalmology.
• NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter for Nigerian citizens
• Proficiency in performing surgical procedures related to Ophthalmology.
• Good administrative and managerial skills.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Expert working knowledge of the diseases, functions, and anatomy of the eye.
• Strong physics and math skills, and excellent medical knowledge.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.