Cataract surgeon / vr surgeon/ medical retina consultant

Contact Mr Nishant Chaudhary 91050 24073

Industry & Sector
Leading tertiary eye-care and specialty ophthalmology services in the private healthcare sector, delivering comprehensive cataract, vitreo‑retinal 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 & Vitreo‑Retinal 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 Vitreo‑Retinal 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 well‑equipped 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.