Job description

Corneal Surgery:

- Diagnose and treat a variety of corneal diseases (e.g., keratoconus, corneal dystrophy, corneal ulcers, and infections).

- Perform corneal transplant surgeries, including Penetrating Keratoplasty (PK) and Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK).

- Conduct advanced corneal procedures like Descemet's Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK) and Descemet's Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK).

- Manage and treat corneal scarring and other corneal surface abnormalities.

Phacoemulsification (Phaco) Surgery:

- Perform phacoemulsification (phaco) cataract surgery, using advanced techniques to extract the clouded lens and replace it with an intraocular lens (IOL).

- Manage patients pre- and post-operatively, ensuring optimal recovery and vision outcomes.

- Diagnose cataract progression and educate patients on their treatment options.

- Utilize femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (if applicable) for advanced precision during procedures.

Refractive Surgery:

- Perform refractive surgeries like LASIK, PRK, SMILE, or ICL (implantable collamer lens) to correct refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.

- Evaluate patients for refractive surgery, including performing pre-operative assessments such as corneal mapping, pachymetry, and visual acuity tests.

- Counsel patients on surgical options and expected outcomes.

- Manage post-operative care and monitor patients for any complications or side effects.

General Duties:

- Collaborate with the eye care team (ophthalmologists, optometrists, technicians) to provide holistic care.

- Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, including surgical outcomes, patient progress, and follow-up care.

- Participate in research, teaching, and training programs within the department.

- Stay updated on the latest techniques, technologies, and treatments in the field of cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery.

- Adhere to hospital protocols, safety regulations, and ethical standards.