Consultant Ophthalmologist at Tenwek Hospital

Job Description

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Tenwek Hospital is a Christian community committed to excellence in compassionate healthcare, spiritual ministry, and training for service to the glory of God.” The hospital was founded in by missionaries from World Gospel Mission and has since grown to be a leading teaching and referral hospital in the region and one of the largest mission hospitals in Africa. It is a non-profit faith-based organization, a ministry of Africa Gospel Church and in partnership with World Gospel Mission. It has a capacity of beds and offers a wide-range of quality and affordable primary and specialized healthcare services.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage Ophthalmic conditions by making accurate diagnosis and taking into account both the medical and psychological aspects of patient care. Demonstrate ophthalmic surgical competency. Work as part of multidisciplinary team that includes optometrist, orthoptists and nurses, as well as other specialties. Model efficient and effective clinical services and act as a mentor for both eye clinic staff and ophthalmic mid-level staff. Support and ensure the effective planning and implementation of clinical and outreach services. Work with ophthalmic officers and other relevant local staff to develop and maintain effective identification, treatment and referral systems for eye care services. Provide both clinical training and surgical training for surgeons, ophthalmic clinical officers and other relevant cadres of eye care providers as required

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Bachelor in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) Master of Medicine in Ophthalmology from a recognized institution Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council (KMPDC) Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role (Post specialization) Must be God- fearing Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and Microsoft Outlook Strong communication skills.