Ophthalmologist at Skipper Eye-Q Hospitals Nigeria Limited (2 Openings)

Skipper Eye-Q Super Speciality Eye hospital is an International Eye Hospital chain with the presence of 30 in India and 4 in Nigeria handling all types of Eye Surgeries such as Cataract, Retina, Glaucoma, presbyopia, cornea, squint, refractive error and other vision problems and having treated 10+ Million patients. Our patients get same treatment in Nigeria as in US, UK and India. Weare 18 Years in Eye Care and HMO Empanelled Hospitals.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Ophthalmologist

Locations: Abuja (FCT) and Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Job Responsibilities

• Clinical Examination & Diagnosis: Conducting comprehensive eye exams, including slit-lamp, funduscopy, and retinal checks, to diagnose cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and infections.
• Medical & Surgical Treatment: Performing advanced procedures such as laser surgery (LASIK), corneal repairs, cataracts removal, and, in some cases, complex retina or pediatric surgeries.
• Emergency Care & Consultation: Managing urgent eye care cases, such as traumatic injuries or acute vision loss, and providing specialized consultations.
• Prescription & Management: Prescribing, dispensing, and fitting corrective lenses (glasses/contacts) and prescribing ophthalmic medications.
• Documentation & Collaboration: Maintaining accurate patient records and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of optometrists, nurses, and technicians.
• Patient Education: Educating patients on eye health, disease prevention, and post-operative care.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: A Medical Degree (MBBS) from an accredited institution.
• Training: Completion of a residency program in ophthalmology, with potential fellowship training in sub-specialties (e.g., retina, glaucoma, cataract etc).
• Licensure & Certification: Valid, state-specific medical license to practice medicine and certification by the relevant board (e.g., Board Certified Ophthalmologist).
• Skills: Exceptional hand-eye coordination for microsurgery, strong analytical skills for diagnosis, and effective communication abilities.
• Experience: Previous experience in a hospital, eye clinic, or surgical center setting is generally preferred.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: skippereyeqhospitals@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.