Ophthalmology Assistant

Overall Responsibility

Assist the ophthalmologist with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures and administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the scheduling of patient appointments and surgeries.
• Interview patients and document ocular and medical histories.
• Assist the physician during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures, including instrumentation, sterile preparations, and documentation.
• Administer topical medications or diagnostic drugs as required by the provider for testing or treatment.
• Prepare and position patients for diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Assist the physician with patient education pertaining to the treatment prescribed.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Document work processes as required and ensure billing is done.
• Prepare procedure and exam rooms; inventory equipment and supplies; replenish supplies and equipment.
• Perform basic triage per specific office protocol procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements & Skills

• A minimum of C plain in KCSE
• Certificate/Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology or Ophthalmic Theatre Technology
• Must be proficient with MS office suite

Method of Application

• Interested candidates are to email their cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae ONLY; including names and contacts of three references, to [email protected] on or before 9 th March 2023.
• The email subject line MUST include the position title being applied for e.g., “HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER”
• Canvassing of any nature will lead to automatic disqualification