Oculoplastic Surgeon

NHG Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

NHG Health's Department of Ophthalmology seeks an experienced Oculoplastic Surgeon to deliver specialized care for eyelids, orbit, lacrimal system and facial structures. You will join a high-volume, multidisciplinary eye care team and provide both medical and surgical management.

Candidates must be fellowship-trained in oculoplastic surgery, hold a basic medical degree and a recognised post-graduate qualification.

Qualifications

• Must possess a basic Medical Degree and a recognised post-graduate qualification (FRCOphth/FCOphth with CCST, ABO or FRACS).
• Fellowship-trained in Oculoplastic surgery is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for eyelids, orbit and lacrimal system.

Skills

Oculoplastic surgery

Blepharoplasty

Ptosis repair

Orbital surgery

Eye reconstructive surgery

Fellowship-trained

Education

Medical Degree

FRCOphth/FCOphth with CCST, ABO, FRACS

Job description

The Department of Ophthalmology at TTSH is a major tertiary eye centre providing comprehensive eye care services. Our department is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical facilities, serving a high volume of patients with complex eye conditions.

Oculoplastic Surgeon

We are seeking a highly skilled Oculoplastic Surgeon to join our ophthalmology team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with conditions affecting the eyelids, orbit, lacrimal system, and surrounding facial structures.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Perform comprehensive patient consultations and examinations
• Develop and implement treatment plans for various oculoplastic conditions
• Conduct complex surgical procedures including blepharoplasty, ptosis repair, and orbital surgeries
• Manage post-operative care and follow-up treatments
• Participate in emergency on-call rotations

Surgical Expertise

• Execute a wide range of oculoplastic procedures including:
• Eyelid reconstructive surgery
• Orbital decompression and fracture repairs
• Tumour excision and reconstruction
• Management of facial nerve disorders
• Treatment of congenital abnormalities

Qualifications and Requirements

The candidate must possess a basic Medical Degree and a recognised post-graduate qualification, such as the FRCOphth/FCOphth with CCST, ABO, FRACS which is registrable with the Singapore Medical Council and the Specialist Accreditation Board. The candidate must also be fellowship-trained in Oculoplastic surgery.