Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist… at Sylvcare · Jeddah

1. Position Summary

The Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist (Strabismus) provides specialized clinical and surgical management for children with strabismus and pediatric eye conditions. The role requires a Western-trained, Tier-1 consultant able to deliver high-volume outpatient care and perform advanced strabismus surgery within a private sector environment focused on efficiency, quality, and patient experience.

2. Minimum Qualifications & Licensing Requirements

Tier-1 Accepted Qualifications

One of the following (or equivalent):

• UK CCT / CESR (Ophthalmology – Pediatric & Strabismus focus)

• American Board Certification (Ophthalmology + Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus fellowship)

• Canadian RCPSC Fellowship

• Irish CSCST

• Australian FRANZCO (with pediatric ophthalmology training)

• German Facharzt (Augenheilkunde – Pediatric/Strabismus)

Experience Requirements

• 3–5 years post-consultant experience in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus.

• High surgical case volume in horizontal and vertical muscle surgery.

• Experience in private practice settings is an advantage.

Licensing

• Eligible o rhave SCFHS Consultant License (depending on emirate).

• Completion of DataFlow PSV and applicable authority exam/exemption.

3. Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Surgical Care

• Diagnose and manage the full spectrum of pediatric ophthalmic conditions, including:

  • Esotropia, exotropia, vertical deviations

  • Amblyopia management

  • Congenital and developmental eye disorders

  • Pediatric cataract evaluation (if trained)

  • Ocular motility disorders

• Perform high-precision strabismus surgeries (horizontal/vertical muscle, reoperations, adjustable sutures if trained).

• Conduct pediatric clinics, orthoptic assessments, and comprehensive pre/post-operative care.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with orthoptists, optometrists, anesthesiologists, and pediatric teams.

• Participate in case discussions and care-pathway improvements.

Private Sector Standards

• Maintain excellent patient communication and family counseling.

• Deliver efficient, high-patient-volume outpatient services.

• Maintain accurate EMR documentation

• Uphold international safety, infection control, and clinical governance standards.

4. Core Competencies

• Expertise in pediatric strabismus diagnostics and surgical correction

• High precision in ocular muscle surgery

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work in fast-paced private ophthalmology settings

• Commitment to exceptional patient experience

5. Workload & On-Call

• Pediatric and strabismus outpatient clinics

• Scheduled operating lists

• Light on-call duties (varies by private facility)

How to Apply

Qualified candidates may submit their updated CV to:
[dr.sylviarefaat@sylvcare.com]

Put Job Ref: PED-STRAB-KSA-2026 in email subject section.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.