Position Purpose

• To effectively and efficiently manage and supervise all aspects of the Eye Clinic.  This clinic provides eye care services on-board the Phelophepa to rural communities in South Africa

Position Outputs

• Efficient management of the Eye Clinic within relevant HPCSA and Transnet Policies and guidelines. Effective, objective and enthusiastic orientation of student groups. to ensure maximum efficiency in daily operations. Continuous observation of student skills /development areas as opposed to patient numbers / requirements. Constant supervision, development and interaction with students to ensure the required value as per Training Institution requirement is added.
• Liaise with clinic staff re the control of equipment checkout, instrument functioning and laboratory machines’ functioning so as to monitor use and maintenance thereof. Liaise with Resident Optometrist re the arrangements for the school screening process and management of referrals for that week. Liaise with local Optometrist / Hospital to prepare for the referrals of ocular pathology cases for further medical management. Analytical feedback reports on eye clinic activities to Transnet Foundation through the Phelophepa manager. Provide student assessment reports to relevant Training Institutions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Optometry Degree Post graduate qualification will be an added advantage Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience Registration with the HPCSA Code 08 driver’s license

Competencies

• Team leadership Professional standards High level communication Optometric clinical supervisory skills Sound clinical skills to execute clinical procedures competently Commitment to serve rural communities