Phaco Development Specialist (Cape Town)

As a Phaco Development Specialist, you will play a vital role in training and supporting ophthalmic surgeons and hospital staff as they transition from Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS) and Extracapsular Cataract Extraction (ECCE) to Phacoemulsification (Phaco) as the preferred cataract treatment.

A typical day in this role will include:

Surgeon Development & Training:

• Support the successful transition of cataract surgeons from ECCE/MSICS to
  Phaco surgery.
• Provide Operating Room, Clinic, Hospital and Wet Lab training to enhance
  surgical skills, improve outcomes and ensure proper technique adoption.
• Assist in identifying and selecting candidates for the Phaco Development
  Program through structured self-assessments

Surgical & Technical Support:

• Serve as a trusted clinical and technical consultant for surgeons and hospital
  staff, ensuring the correct application of Alcon's ophthalmic devices and
  technologies.
• Collaborate with external consultants, course instructors, and proctors to drive
  effective skill development and high-quality surgical outcomes.
• Demonstrate product and procedural excellence in OR, hospital, and wet lab
  settings.

Program & Event Support:

• Assist in delivering Alcon Phaco Development Program courses, professional
  congresses, symposiums, and special events.
• Support education initiatives to enhance understanding of cataract surgery
  options.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure adherence to corporate compliance guidelines and reporting
  procedures.
• Maintain thorough documentation, including pre-course assessments, surgical
  observations, and post-course performance tracking.
• Handle adverse event and product complaint reporting at a local level,
  ensuring timely escalation to the Local Vigilance Representative.

WE ARE SEEKING:

• Education/Background: Experience as a Surgical/Medical Technologist, Biomedical Engineer, Ophthalmic Assistant, or Optometrist is beneficial
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in Clinical Application, Marketing, Sales, or a related role in a reputable medical device company, specifically in the Ophthalmology / Optometry fields
• Language: English
• Strong self-motivation, teamwork, problem-solving, organizational skills, and ability to work under pressure
• Valid driver’s license and passport and willing to travel extensively 40% (Africa + South Africa)

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training and continuous development; Be part of a high performing leader in ophthalmology company with a lot of opportunities to further develop your professional career.
• International exposure
• Open, friendly and collaborative culture; Work in a challenging environment with an outstanding team that will support him to achieve goals and performance.
• Hybrid model

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