Ophthalmologist – Glaucoma & Anterior Segment Surgeon
Location: Caribbean Island | Full-Time | On-Site
Institution: Leading Private Multispecialty Eye Care Center
Position Overview
A leading private healthcare institution in the Caribbean is seeking a Consultant Ophthalmologist with subspecialty expertise in Glaucoma, capable of independently managing advanced glaucoma, complex cataract surgery, and comprehensive anterior segment care.
This role is designed for a technically strong glaucoma surgeon who can serve as the clinical anchor for glaucoma services, while also contributing to high-volume cataract surgery and general ophthalmology, ensuring continuity of care across the full disease spectrum.
The successful candidate will play a key role in service development, surgical excellence, technology adoption, and clinical governance, within a modern ophthalmic setup equipped with advanced diagnostics and operating infrastructure.
Core Clinical Responsibilities
Glaucoma Services
Diagnose, stage, and manage all forms of glaucoma, including:
• Primary open-angle and angle-closure glaucoma
• Secondary glaucoma (neovascular, traumatic, uveitic)
• Advanced and end-stage disease, including one-eyed patients
Perform and interpret advanced glaucoma diagnostics:
• OCT (RNFL & macular analysis), visual fields
• Gonioscopy, AS-OCT, UBM, OCT-A (where available)
Deliver comprehensive glaucoma treatment, including:
• Medical management and long-term monitoring
• Laser procedures (YAG PI, SLT, argon laser suturolysis)Surgical glaucoma interventions:
• Trabeculectomy
• Glaucoma Drainage Devices (Ahmed, AADI or equivalent)
• Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS), including goniotomy-based techniques
Cataract & Anterior Segment Surgery
Independently perform phacoemulsification across routine and complex cases, including:
• Dense, mature, and intumescent cataracts
• Miotic pupils, weak zonules, post-vitrectomy eyes
• Premium IOL implantation (toric, aspheric, enhanced monofocal)
Perform combined procedures, including:
• Phaco-trabeculectomy
• Phaco + MIGS
• Phaco + GDD implantation
Manage intraoperative and postoperative complications, including:
• Anterior vitrectomy
• Sulcus fixation and secondary IOL implantation
General Ophthalmology
• Provide outpatient and inpatient comprehensive ophthalmic care
• Manage ocular emergencies and anterior segment pathology
• Ensure continuity of care across glaucoma, cataract, and general ophthalmology patients
Academic, Operational & Leadership Responsibilities
• Contribute to clinical audits, outcomes tracking, and quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in technology selection, equipment optimization, and OT workflow design
• Support training and mentoring of junior doctors, optometrists, and nursing staff
• Engage in clinical research, case presentations, and CME activities
• Maintain meticulous medical records aligned with international best practicesRequired Qualifications
MBBS with MS / MD / DNB in Ophthalmology
Formal fellowship training in Glaucoma
Demonstrated expertise in:
• Surgical glaucoma (trabeculectomy, GDDs, MIGS)
• High-precision phacoemulsification and complex cataracts
Eligibility for medical licensure in the Caribbean
Strong grounding in evidence-based ophthalmic practice
Desired Technical & Professional Competencies
Advanced surgical judgment and decision-making in high-risk glaucoma
Ability to balance subspecialty glaucoma care with high-volume cataract services
Strong patient counseling and longitudinal disease management skills
Collaborative mindset within a multidisciplinary ophthalmology team
Interest in building and leading glaucoma services within a growing institution
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive, tax-efficient salary in USD
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship
• Access to modern diagnostic platforms and surgical technology
• CME support and long-term professional growth
• Excellent work-life balance in a high-quality Caribbean setting
Strategic Fit (Why This Role Works)
This position is ideal for a technically confident glaucoma specialist who:
• Enjoys surgical depth rather than narrow subspecialisation
• Wants autonomy in clinical decision-making
• Is comfortable combining advanced glaucoma surgery with cataract volume
• Seeks international exposure without compromising clinical complexity
Application Instructions
Embark on a fulfilling medical career in the Caribbean. Apply
