We're Hiring | Consultant Ophthalmologist
📍 Location: Dubai
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Consultant Ophthalmologist to join a leading healthcare facility in Dubai. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive ophthalmic care, including the diagnosis, medical management, and surgical treatment of a broad range of eye conditions, while ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive ophthalmic consultations and eye examinations.
- Diagnose and manage a broad range of ocular conditions affecting the anterior and posterior segments of the eye.
- Perform appropriate ophthalmic surgical procedures within the scope of practice.
- Evaluate and manage cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disorders, corneal conditions, and other eye diseases.
- Perform cataract surgery and other relevant procedures where qualified.
- Manage emergency ophthalmic presentations and provide timely treatment.
- Interpret ophthalmic diagnostic investigations, including OCT, visual fields, fundus imaging, and other relevant tests.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient needs.
- Provide preoperative assessments and postoperative care and follow-up.
- Collaborate with optometrists, ophthalmic technicians, anesthesiologists, and other specialists.
- Provide consultations and second opinions for complex ophthalmic cases.
- Counsel patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, surgical procedures, risks, and expected outcomes.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with UAE healthcare regulations and facility policies.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and teaching activities where applicable.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
- Recognized postgraduate qualification in Ophthalmology, in accordance with applicable UAE licensing requirements.
- Additional fellowship or advanced training in a relevant ophthalmic subspecialty is desirable.
- Eligible for or holding a valid DHA Consultant license/eligibility in the relevant specialty.
- Demonstrated experience in ophthalmic diagnosis, treatment, and surgical procedures.
- Strong clinical, diagnostic, surgical, and decision-making skills.
- Experience in cataract surgery and other relevant ophthalmic procedures is desirable.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Commitment to patient safety, ethical practice, and continuous professional development.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Professional working environment in Dubai.
- Opportunities to work with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Access to modern ophthalmic facilities and diagnostic resources.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
