Careers at City Eye Hospital

THE ROLE
You will:

• Manage patients with uncontrolled hypertension and diabetes.
• Stabilize patients for safe surgery within defined timelines.
• Track patients through the pre-surgical optimization pathway.
• Run a structured chronic disease clinic with strong continuity of care.
• Support patient adherence, follow-up, and long-term disease control.
• Work closely with theatre, OPD, pharmacy, and laboratory teams.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Patients are stabilized and proceed safely to surgery.
• Reduced surgery cancellations related to uncontrolled medical conditions.
• Strong patient follow-up and continuity of care.
• Patients feel supported, informed, and well cared for.

IMPORTANT
This is not a general outpatient role.
The position requires:

• Strong clinical judgment.
• High personal discipline and consistency.
• Ownership and follow-through.
• Comfort working within structured systems and measurable targets.
• A patient-centred approach grounded in professionalism, compassion, and excellence.

REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine (Registered Clinical Officer).
• Valid practicing license in Kenya.
• 5+ years’ experience in a busy medical outpatient setting managing hypertension and diabetes.
• Formal training in diabetes and hypertension management is an added advantage.

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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