About the Role
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, is looking for a dedicated and professional Optometrist to join our esteemed eye care department. This is a remarkable career opportunity to practice in a reputable federal tertiary healthcare institution committed to clinical excellence, research, and patient-centered service delivery across Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities- Perform comprehensive eye examinations to diagnose vision problems and ocular diseases.
- Prescribe corrective glasses, contact lenses, and other visual aids as required by patients.
- Provide pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgeries.
- Collaborate closely with ophthalmologists and other healthcare professionals to manage complex ocular conditions.
- Educate patients on proper eye hygiene, preventive eye care, and lifestyle impacts on vision.
- Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in accordance with hospital standards.
- Participate in departmental clinical meetings, research activities, and community outreach programs.
- Possession of a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree or an equivalent qualification.
- Must be fully registered and hold a valid practicing license with the Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Board of Nigeria (ODBN).
- Successful completion of a mandatory one-year internship programme in an accredited institution.
- Must provide valid evidence of completion of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) or an approved exemption certificate.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a compassionate approach to patient care.
- Competitive remuneration structured under the approved CONMESS 9 salary scale.
- Opportunities for professional growth, continuous medical education, and specialized career advancement.
- A supportive, collaborative, and dynamic working environment within a leading federal teaching hospital.