Paediatric Ophthalmologist at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital

Job purpose

• To deliver specialized paediatric eye care including strabismus, congenital cataract, retinopathy of prematurity screening/management, and vision rehabilitation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct paediatric eye assessments including orthoptic evaluation and ageappropriate visual acuity testing.
• Diagnose and manage paediatric ocular disorders and undertake paediatric cataract/strabismus surgery within credentialed scope.
• Coordinate ROP screening/treatment with NICU teams and retinal services.
• Provide low-vision and amblyopia therapy guidance and follow-up.
• Collaborate with paediatrics, neurology, and rehabilitation teams for complex cases.
• Support outreach, screening, and public health initiatives in paediatric eye care.
•  Teach and mentor trainees in paediatric ophthalmology.
• Participate in audits, registries, and research to improve paediatric eye outcomes.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
• MMed in Ophthalmology from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
• Fellowship/sub-specialty training in Paediatric Ophthalmology or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
• Recognition as a specialist/sub-specialist by KMPDC.
• Retention in the KMPDC register.
• Valid Practice License from KMPDC.
• Valid Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.