Job Description

A specialist hospital is seeking an ophthalmologist trained in Neuro-ophthalmology . The doctor should be able to assess a patient from both a functional and cosmetic perspective. The evaluation may include an exam of the orbital and eyelid tissues, as well as discussion with the patient regarding appearance after treatment.

Requirements

• MD
• Board-certified in Ophthalmology or Neurology in the country of origin (American Board, FRCS or equivalent)
• Undergone training in a Neuro-Ophthalmology Fellowship Program or “evidence of at least 5 years in handling patients with neurophthalmologic problems for those board certified in Neurology.”
• At least three (3) years working experience after the specialization
• The candidate must have demonstrated clinical excellence and have a track record in teaching and research.
• Must qualify to be classified as a Consultant by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties
• Candidates from Spain and South America can be considered.

Responsibilities

• Neuro-ophthalmology focuses on diseases of the nervous system that affect vision, control of eye movements, or pupillary reflexes.
• Neuro-ophthalmologists often see patients with complex multi-system disease and “zebras” are not uncommon.
• Neuro-ophthalmologists are often active teachers in their academic institution, and the first four winners of the prestigious Straatsma American Academy of Ophthalmology teaching awards were neuro-ophthalmologists.
• Neuro-ophthalmology is mostly non-procedural, however, neuro-ophthalmologists may be trained to perform eye muscle surgery to treat adult strabismus, optic nerve fenestration for idiopathic intracranial hypertension, and botulinum injections for blepharospasm or hemifacial spasm.

Benefits

• Thirty-Six (36) calendar days of Paid Vacation per contract year
• Ten (10) days scientific leave including travel days per contract year
• Five (5) days professional leave + Four (4) travel days per contract year
• Family/Accompanied Employment Contract Status
• Twelve (12) Months Initial Contract – Renewable
• Free Furnished and fully equipped Housing – Villa
• Free Utilities, including Local Phone calls
• Free and Extensive Recreational Facilities in a safe environment
• Free Healthcare available at KKESH including authorized dependents
• Mobilization and Repatriation Airline Tickets (Business Class) including authorized dependents (spouse and 2 eligible children only)
• Annual Airline ticket (Business Class) to Point of Hire or equivalent including authorized dependents (spouse and 2 eligible children only)
• End of Service Award