An opthamologist is needed by an Optical Center in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

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JOB SUMMARY:
The Ophthalmologist will be responsible for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases of the eye and visual system of patients. He or she will treat patients of all ages, from babies to the elderly and also combine the technical skills of a micro surgeon with the therapeutic and diagnostic skills of a doctor. The candidate will work predominantly with hospital outpatients.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Provide ophthalmic consultation to other medical professionals.
• Instruct interns, residents, or others in ophthalmologic procedures and techniques.
• Refer patients for more specialized treatments when conditions exceed the experience, expertise, or scope of practice of practitioner.
• Develop or implement plans and procedures for ophthalmologic services.
• Conduct clinical or laboratory-based research in ophthalmology.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of health professionals to provide optimal patient care.
• Provide or direct the provision of postoperative care.
• Document or evaluate patients' medical histories.
• Prescribe corrective lenses such as glasses and contact lenses.
• Prescribe or administer topical or systemic medications to treat ophthalmic conditions and to manage pain.
• Perform, order, or interpret the results of diagnostic or clinical tests.
• Develop treatment plans based on patients' histories and goals, the nature and severity of disorders, and treatment risks and benefits.
• Perform laser surgeries to alter, remove, reshape, or replace ocular tissue.
• Perform ophthalmic surgeries such as cataract, glaucoma, refractive, corneal, vitro-retinal, eye muscle, and oculoplastic surgeries.
• Prescribe ophthalmologic treatments or therapies such as chemotherapy, cryotherapy, and low vision therapy.
• Perform comprehensive examinations of the visual system to determine the nature or extent of ocular disorders.
• Diagnose or treat injuries, disorders, or diseases of the eye and eye structures including the cornea, sclera, conjunctiva, or eyelids.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a Fellowship in Ophthalmology from the India, North Africa or Nigeria Postgraduate Medical College or the West African Postgraduate Medical College or its relevant equivalent
• Must be a certified Ophthalmologist.
• Must be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria with current practicing license.
• Computer literate candidates are preferable
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience

SKILLS :

• Communicating complex medical information to laypeople.
• Making  anatomical and functional ocular measurements.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest treatments and diagnostic methods
• Ability to provide administrative assistance

SALARY: Negotiable and depends on skills and experience

IF YOU ARE QUALIFIED,  please send your CV to  info@deecla.com.ng