Consultant – Paediatric Ophthalmology

About the Opportunity 

One of our well established clients, a tertiary referral hospital with 1700 beds that provides broad-based medical care to the community, is seeking a highly skilled Oculoplastic Surgeon to join their 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.

The campus hosts a comprehensive medical service which consists of acute care, community hospitals, specialist outpatient clinics, intermediate and long-term care facilities. It is an open and welcoming hospital, with various activities organized within the Campus and green spaces to encourage staff and patients to engage in an active lifestyle. 

About the Hospital 

• 1,700-bed tertiary care hospital 
• Family-friendly environment with on-site childcare facilities 
• Strong emphasis on teaching and academic development opportunities 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide holistic, patient-centred care across both inpatient and outpatient settings 
• Lead multidisciplinary healthcare teams and collaborate closely with colleagues to deliver high-quality care 
• Participate in intra- and interdepartmental projects and committees 
• Teach and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as other healthcare professionals 
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by the Head of Department
• Perform comprehensive patient consultations and examinations
• Develop and implement treatment plans for various oculoplastic conditions arising from the ocular adnexa of both congenital and acquired nature
• 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
• Participate in General Ophthalmology surgeries and work 

Surgical Expertise

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

Requirements 

• Basic medical qualification (e.g., MBBS or equivalent) 
• Recognised postgraduate Specialist training with Qualification, such as: MMed (Singapore), CCT (UK), Fellowship from Australia or New Zealand, FRCPC (Canada) or Fellowship of the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine (FHKAM), American Board Certification  
• Eligibility for registration as a Specialist with the Singapore Medical Council (SMC) and Specialist Accreditation Board (SAB) 
• Resilient and adaptable, with a willingness to contribute to service development in a dynamic environment 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting 
• Strong command of spoken and written English 
• Willing to do 60-70% general work

Benefits 

• 2-year renewable contract 
• Annual salary range: SGD $240,000 – SGD $350,000 (depending on specialty and years of experience) 
• One-time relocation and settling-in allowance, including economy-class airfare for employee and immediate family 
• Leave entitlement: 
  24 days annual leave 
  14 days sick leave 
  14 days conference leave 
  11 public holidays 
  Medical malpractice insurance reimbursement 

  
Contact Information 
For further enquiries, please contact: 
Marlin Lee 
Email: marlin@nucleus-health.com 
WhatsApp: +65 9661 4141 
EA Licence No.: 18S9042 
EA Personnel Registration No.: R1113073