Ophthalmologist consultant for Attingal and Varkala Kerala location

Contact Mr Manoj Thenua 639865 2832

Industry & Sector: Healthcare — Ophthalmology and Eye Care services operating multi-specialty outpatient clinics and surgical centers serving communities in Kerala. The role supports high-quality clinical care, community eye screening programs, and theatre-based cataract and anterior-segment procedures.

Primary Title: Consultant Ophthalmologist
Location: Attingal & Varkala, Kerala (On-site)

Role & Responsibilities

• Run daily outpatient clinics: perform comprehensive eye exams including slit-lamp biomicroscopy, refraction, IOP measurement, and indirect ophthalmoscopy to diagnose and manage anterior and posterior segment conditions.


• Perform and document surgical procedures—primarily cataract surgery (phacoemulsification) with IOL implantation—and manage peri-operative care to ensure optimal surgical outcomes.


• Interpret diagnostic imaging (OCT, fundus photography) to guide medical and surgical treatment plans and coordinate referrals for subspecialty care when required.


• Provide pre-operative assessment, post-operative follow-up, and urgent/emergency eye care as part of on-site clinical rotations and duty roster.


• Maintain accurate medical records, contribute to clinical audits and quality-improvement initiatives, and adhere to infection-control and theatre safety protocols.


• Lead community outreach and screening camps, mentor allied ophthalmic personnel, and participate in patient education to improve community eye health.

Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have (technical skills & certifications)

• Phacoemulsification


• Slit-lamp biomicroscopy


• Indirect ophthalmoscopy


• Optical coherence tomography (OCT)


• YAG laser capsulotomy


• Intraocular lens (IOL) implantation

Preferred

• Exposure to retinal laser procedures (PRP) or basic vitreoretinal assessment


• Experience in pediatric refraction and squint evaluation


• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems

Qualifications

• MBBS with MS/MD/DNB in Ophthalmology (or equivalent) and valid registration with the State Medical Council / NMC.


• Documented clinical experience performing independent cataract surgeries with demonstrable outcomes and surgical log.


• Valid medical license to practice in India and willingness to work on-site at Attingal and Varkala locations.

Benefits & Culture Highlights

• Competitive compensation with performance-linked incentives and surgical case-based earnings.


• Modern OT infrastructure and diagnostic imaging (OCT, fundus camera, lasers) to support clinical excellence.


• Collaborative clinical team, opportunities for ongoing medical education, and active community outreach programs.

To apply: submit your CV highlighting surgical log and registrations. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for clinical interview and hands-on assessment.