Job Description

A specialist hospital is seeking an ophthalmologist trained in oculoplastics. 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

• Board-certified in Ophthalmology in the country of origin (American Board, FRCS or equivalent)
• Undergone training in Oculoplastics and Orbit Fellowship Program
• Minimum of three (3) years of post-fellowship experience
• 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

• Assessment of vision
• Assessment of visual field loss due to the eyelid abnormalities or other disease processes
• Assessment of eye muscle function and appearance
• Photography to document appearance
• Intake and confirm patients medical history with discretion
• Recommend and design treatment plan based on diagnosis
• Inform nurses of the treatment plan(s) and their duties for plan execution
• Implement treatment plan including ordering and reviewing test results, performing surgeries, and following-up for continued care
• Address any questions or concerns of patient and their family
• Treatment of common problems include, but are not limited to:
• Dermatochalisis (excess eyelid skin)
• Ectropion (eyelids turn out)
• Entropion (eyelids turn in)
• Orbitaltumors
• Proptosis and Graves disease
• Ptosis (droopy eyelids)
• Skin cancer of the eyelids
• Trichiasis (eyelashes rub against the eyes)

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