The Free State Department of Health will achieve its vision by:
Providing quality, accessible and comprehensive health services through a family and community -based Primary Health Care (PHC) Approach to the Free State community;
Optimally utilizing all its resources to provide the caring and compassionate services;
Empowering and developing all its p...
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Matric. A Bachelors degree/ BTech (NQF 7) in Optometry as recognised by SAQA.
Registration as an independent Optometrist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa with diagnostic privileges.
Attach proof of current registration with HPCSA. Attach proof of working experience endorsed by Human Resources. (if applicable)
Experience:
Grade 1: None required after registration with HPCSA
Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years after registration with HPCSA .
Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years after registration as optometrist with HPCSA.
Knowledge and Skills:
Sound knowledge of general clinical theory, binocular, paediatric vision, contact lenses and pathology, practice and ethics relating to the delivery of Optometry services.
Ability to work individually and with a team and also under pressure. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. In-depth knowledge of quality assurance, including level of lens tolerances to meet clinical standards, National Health Act 2003, patient charter and Batho Pele Principles.
Good communication skills (verbal and written). Problem solving and organisational skills.
Listening skills, good interpersonal skills, excellent time management and be computer literate.
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