City Eye Hospital is a social venture that provides quality and affordable eye care to people living in East Africa. Our primary mandate is to provide affordable and accessible eye care. Accessible on both fronts of location and price.

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Ophthalmic Clinical Officer (OCO)

Job Type

Full Time

Qualification

Diploma

Experience

Location

Nairobi

Job Field

Medical / Healthcare

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct ophthalmic assessments and manage routine eye conditions
• Provide clear diagnoses, treatment plans, and patient education
• Perform SICS/Phaco procedures within approved scope (where credentialed)
• Conduct pre- and post-operative reviews
• Contribute to efficient and well-coordinated patient care through timely consultations, documentation, and communication with the clinical team
• Identify patients requiring surgical intervention and ensure clear clinical handover to the booking office
• Maintain accurate and timely EMR documentation
• Participate in clinical audits, CMEs, and quality improvement activities
• Support outreach and cross-site service delivery where required

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery
• Higher Diploma in Ophthalmology (COC-accredited)
• Valid practicing license

Desirable

• SICS / Phaco certification
• BLS / ACLS certification
• Outreach experience

What We’re Looking For

• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail
• Professional and compassionate patient care
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
• A strong sense of professionalism, responsibility, and excellence in patient care

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• Conduct ophthalmic assessments and manage routine eye conditions
• Provide clear diagnoses, treatment plans, and patient education
• Perform SICS/Phaco procedures within approved scope (where credentialed)
• Conduct pre- and post-operative reviews
• Contribute to efficient and well-coordinated patient care through timely consultations, documentation, and communication with the clinical team
• Identify patients requiring surgical intervention and ensure clear clinical handover to the booking office
• Maintain accurate and timely EMR documentation
• Participate in clinical audits, CMEs, and quality improvement activities
• Support outreach and cross-site service delivery where required

• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail
• Professional and compassionate patient care
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
• A strong sense of professionalism, responsibility, and excellence in patient care

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery
• Higher Diploma in Ophthalmology (COC-accredited)
• Valid practicing license
• SICS / Phaco certification
• BLS / ACLS certification
• Outreach experience