Contact Mr Nishant Chaudhary 91050 24073
Industry & Sector
Leading tertiary eye-care and specialty ophthalmology services in the private healthcare sector, delivering comprehensive cataract, vitreoretinal and medical retina care to patients across Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. The role sits within a clinical team focused on high-volume surgical excellence, up-to-date medical retina management, and community outreach.
Position
Primary title: Consultant Ophthalmologist (Cataract & VitreoRetinal Specialist) On-site, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality cataract surgeries using phacoemulsification and manage complex cataract cases to maintain excellent visual outcomes and low complication rates.
- Plan and execute vitreoretinal procedures including pars plana vitrectomy and MIVS for retinal detachment, diabetic TRD, macular surgery, and other posterior segment disorders.
- Provide medical retina services: diagnose and manage AMD, diabetic macular oedema, RVO and other retinal vascular diseases using intravitreal therapies and retinal imaging-guided care.
- Interpret retinal imaging (OCT, FFA) to guide treatment decisions and document clinical findings in patient records and outcome registries.
- Lead perioperative clinical pathways: pre-op assessment, informed consent, postoperative follow-up, complication management, and discharge planning.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (anaesthesia, nursing, optometry) to maintain surgical throughput, enforce safety protocols, and contribute to continuous quality improvement.
Skills & Qualifications
Must-Have
- MBBS with MS/DO in Ophthalmology or equivalent higher clinical qualification
- Fellowship or formal training in VitreoRetinal surgery or Medical Retina
- Active registration with the relevant Indian medical council/state medical board
- Demonstrable operative experience in phacoemulsification and posterior segment surgery
- Proficiency in OCT and fluorescein angiography interpretation for retina diagnostics
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Preferred
- Experience with 23G/25G/27G MIVS platforms and advanced vitreoretinal instrumentation
- Prior experience working in high-volume cataract or tertiary retina centres
Benefits & Culture Highlights
- Structured clinical schedule with access to a wellequipped OT, diagnostic imaging (OCT/FA) and retinal surgery suite.
- Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and participation in community screening/outreach programs.
- Competitive compensation package with performance-linked incentives and CME support.
Location: On-site in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. This role is ideal for a patient-focused, surgically skilled ophthalmologist seeking to deliver high-standard cataract and retina care in a fast-paced clinical environment. To apply, highlight surgical logbook, fellowship details, and examples of retinal case management outcomes.
Skills: angiography,cataract,advanced,medical retina,outreach,access,ophthalmology,other,management,surgery
