Senior Ophthalmologist - Part Time

Job Summary Job Purpose: The Ophthalmologist is responsible for providing safe, ethical, evidence-based, and patient-centered ophthalmic care at Kandahar Noor Eye Hospital. The position involves comprehensive clinical assessment, diagnosis and management of ophthalmic conditions, outpatient consultation, pre-operative evaluation, surgical and peri-operative care, post-operative follow-up, emergency ophthalmic management, appropriate referral, clinical documentation, and participation in quality improvement activities. Key Responsibilities and Tasks (with approximate % of time): 1. OPD and Clinical Care (20%) · Conduct comprehensive ophthalmic examinations and take relevant patient history. · Diagnose and manage ophthalmic diseases and conditions. · Prescribe appropriate medicines and treatment according to clinical findings. · Identify patients requiring surgery, further investigation, specialist care, or referral. · Provide patients and attendants with clear information about diagnosis, treatment, risks, and follow-up. · Maintain professional, respectful, confidential, and patient-centered care. 2. Pre-Operative Care (15%) · Assess and confirm patients' suitability for ophthalmic surgery. · Review medical and ophthalmic history, examination findings, and required investigations. · Confirm the correct patient, eye, diagnosis, and planned procedure. · Obtain and document informed consent according to approved procedures. · Explain expected outcomes, risks, complications, and post-operative requirements. · Coordinate with OT nurses and ophthalmic technicians to ensure appropriate surgical preparation. 3. Surgical Responsibilities (30%) · Perform approved ophthalmic surgical procedures within professional competence and authorization. · Follow approved surgical techniques, patient-safety measures, and infection prevention procedures. · Maintain strict aseptic and sterile practices. · Identify and appropriately manage intra-operative complications. · Ensure complete and accurate surgical documentation. · Report serious complications or unexpected clinical incidents to the Medical Senior Ophthalmologist. 4. Post-Operative Examination & Follow-up (15%) · Conduct immediate and scheduled post-operative examinations. · Monitor patients for complications and provide appropriate treatment. · Prescribe and explain post-operative medications and precautions. · Identify and manage post-operative complications or arrange timely referrals. · Ensure appropriate follow-up and documentation of surgical outcomes. 5. Emergency and Referral Services (5%) · Assess and manage ophthalmic emergencies within available capacity. · Identify cases requiring urgent referral and ensure timely referral to an appropriate facility. · Document emergency care and referral decisions. 6. Infection Prevention and Patient Safety (5%) · Strictly follow KNEH infection prevention, sterilization, and patient-safety procedures. · Immediately report suspected surgical infections, endophthalmitis, or other serious clinical incidents. · Participate in investigations, clinical reviews, and corrective actions when required. 7. Documentation and Clinical Reporting (5%) · Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential patient and surgical records. · Provide required clinical information for hospital statistics, reports, audits, and programmed monitoring. · Participate in clinical meetings, case reviews, surgical audits, and quality-improvement activities. 8. Teamwork, Training and Professional Conduct (5%) · Work effectively with nurses, ophthalmic technicians, refractionists, pharmacists, and other hospital staff. · Support clinical training, mentoring, and knowledge sharing among relevant staff. · Comply with IAM/NOOR Programme safeguarding requirements and Code of Conduct. · Maintain professional ethics, confidentiality, accountability, punctuality, and respectful behaviour. · Perform other reasonable clinical duties assigned by the Medical Director/Senior Ophthalmologist. Job Requirements Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 1. Educational Background: · Medical Doctor (MD) or equivalent recognized medical qualification. · Recognized postgraduate qualification in Ophthalmology or equivalent specialist training. · Valid professional registration/license. · Relevant experience in ophthalmic clinical practice and, preferably, ophthalmic surgery. · Good communication, clinical judgement, teamwork, and patient-care skills. 2. Professional Experience: · At least three years’ practical experience in eye care after suitable ophthalmic training. · At least one year’s experience in teaching medical students and ophthalmology residents after suitable ophthalmic training. 3. Technical Skills: · Proficiency in advanced surgical techniques, laser treatments, and ophthalmic imaging technologies.