About This Role
This is a hands-on clinical post with a faith-based health center in Adama, where you would be the eye care anchor for a patient population that likely has limited access to specialist services. The breadth of conditions named in the listing signals a generalist ophthalmology workload rather than a narrow sub-specialty focus, so expect to move between clinic consultations, diagnostics, and surgical lists in the same week. Mission-driven facilities of this kind typically serve lower-income communities, which shapes both the case mix and the resource environment you would work in.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The junior-level framing combined with a surgical scope tells you this employer is willing to take someone early in their career provided they can work with real independence — there is unlikely to be a senior ophthalmologist looking over your shoulder. The profile being sought is a clinically confident generalist who can handle both routine refraction and more complex presentations without extensive support infrastructure. The mention of developing plans and procedures hints that the eye care unit may still be building its systems, so comfort with shaping services, not just delivering them, matters here.
How to Approach This Application
Lead with concrete clinical exposure — the volume and variety of cases you have managed, diagnostics you can perform unaided, and any surgical experience, even if supervised. Because this is a Catholic Church health center, showing genuine motivation to serve underserved communities will carry weight alongside your credentials; a brief, sincere line about that goes further than generic language. Be specific about your license status and readiness to relocate to Adama, since employers outside Addis often screen out candidates they suspect will not commit to the location.
Who This Role Suits
Best suited to an early-career ophthalmologist who wants broad clinical and surgical exposure quickly and is comfortable practicing with autonomy in a resource-constrained, mission-oriented setting. Competition is likely moderate — the location outside Addis narrows the applicant pool, which works in your favor if you are genuinely willing to relocate.
Department: Ophthalmology / Eye Care Services
Health facility: Saint Francis Catholic Church Health Center - Adama
Employment Type: Full-time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive ophthalmic services; such as :-
- Outpatient consultations/ Examinations and assess patients with visual complaints.
- Diagnose and manage eye diseases by performing diagnosis, treatment and perform ophthalmic surgical procedures accordingly such as :- cataracts, glaucoma, conjunctivitis, diabetic retinopathy, squint , retinal disorders and ……etc.
- Assess visual acuity and perform appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Prescribe medications, eyeglasses, corrective lenses, and other appropriate treatments as needed.
- Develop or implement plans and procedures for ophthalmologic services and …… etc.
- Perform eye care services according to qualifications and the facility protocols with Holistic and compassionate, ethical and patient-centered approach.
- Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans
- Work collaborative, disciplined, upholds professional ethics and standards and peaceful manner with the staff, maintain patient confidentiality and others to ensure the best possible care for patients and effective and efficient outcome of the service provided.
- Refer patients to appropriate specialists when advanced care is required.
- Provide emergency eye care for ocular trauma, infections, and other urgent eye conditions.
- Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans and …... etc.
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Ophthalmology or a related field from a recognized institution.
- 1 and more years of relevant work experience in ophthalmology or eye care services.
- Valid professional license and registration to practice in Ethiopia.
- Practical experience in eye examinations, visual acuity assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of common eye conditions.
- Ability to identify emergency eye conditions and refer patients for specialized care when necessary.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and patient-care skills.
- Commitment to professional ethics, patient confidentiality, and compassionate, patient-centered care.
How To Apply
Qualified Candidates Apply Through:- st.francishealthcentre@gmail.com
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