Senior Assistant Director of Medical Services/Medical Specialist I - Ophthalmology

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducting detailed assessments of the visual system to determine the health of the eye and surrounding structures.
• Diagnosing and treating eye conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts and eye infections using medication.
• Performing surgeries for cataracts, glaucoma, refractive errors (LASIK), corneal issues and retina disorders.
• Managing traumatic eye injuries and providing acute, urgent care.
• Evaluating patients’ suitability for surgery and monitoring recovery afterward.
• Prescribing glasses and contact lenses to correct vision impairment.
• Ordering and interpreting advanced imaging and tests, such as optical coherence tomography (OCT) or visual field tests.

Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B) degree from an institution recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
• Master’s degree in Ophthalmology.
• Certificate of Registration by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
• Valid practicing license from the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Computer application skills from a recognized institution.
• Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.

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