IOES are currently recruiting for dynamic individuals to join their Ophthalmic Technicians team. The roles will involve a combination of practical hands on training to support clinical activity as well as theory based online training to become a certified Ophthalmic Technician.

Successful candidates will be assigned to one of our various clinic locations.

The successful applicants will be responsible for adherence to clinical protocols, standards and practices, ensuring a high standard of patient care and an efficient patient journey through the clinic. Please note that the candidates do not need previous Ophthalmology or medical experience.

Skills and Attributes:

• Career minded with an interest in Ophthalmology
• Professional attitude and presentation
• Self Motivated with ability to use own initiative
• Team player to work effectively to clinic goals
• Flexibility to manage changing priorities in a fast paced environment

Application deadline: Ongoing
Job Types: Full time, Permanent
Salary: €29,000.00 per year
Please include cover letter with CV to careers@ioes.ie

Position summary

Consultant Ophthalmologist with subspecialty interest in vitreoretinal surgery.

The Institute of Eye Surgery (IOES) invites applications for the position of Consultant Ophthalmologist with a Subspecialty Interest in Vitreoretinal Surgery. This full time, permanent role is designed to complement our team of 10 experienced consultants. It offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of vitreoretinal surgery in Ireland’s leading private ophthalmic institution.

Location: Multiple IOES Locations, Ireland
Employment type: Full Time, Permanent
Minimum Commitment: 4 Days per week
Salary: Competitive + Profit Sharing Scheme
Application: CV and Cover Letter to carees@ioes.ie or reach out via LinkedIn

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive vitreoretinal and general ophthalmology services across IOES locations
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of vitreoretinal care pathways
• Participate in clinical research and support active trials
• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary consultant team
• Engage in clinical governance, audit, and continuous professional development

Person Specification

Essential Criteria:

• Registered or eligible for registration with the Ophthalmic Surgery division of the Irish Medical Council (IMC)
• FRCOphth or an internationally recognised equivalent specialist qualification
• Demonstrated experience in general ophthalmology
• Recognised vitreoretinal subspecialty fellowship or clear evidence of subspecialty clinical practice
• Eligible to work in Ireland or willing for IOES to apply for the relevant employment permit

Desirable Criteria:

• Extensive clinical experience in vitreoretinal surgery
• Active involvement in clinical research with a record of peer reviewed publication
• Proficiency in cataract surgery

About IOES

The Institute of Eye Surgery (IOES) is Ireland’s foremost private ophthalmic provider, operating a growing multi centre clinical network. We are the only private eye care network in Ireland offering all ophthalmic subspecialties under one roof.

Our mission is to establish Ireland’s ophthalmology platform as a global leader by delivering the highest quality outcomes through:

• Clinical innovation
• Integrated service delivery
• Medical education and training
• Translational research
• Excellence in clinical practice

IOES is internationally recognised as a centre of excellence in ophthalmic clinical trials, including:

• A Phase 2 gene therapy trial for geographic atrophy
• A Phase 3 trial of the Port Delivery System for neovascular AMD (nAMD)
• AI based OCT segmentation studies
• Multiple industry sponsored and investigator initiated research programmes

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to send a CV and Cover Letter to careers@ioes.ie or reach out directly via LinkedIn to express interest and learn more.

We welcome expressions of interest from experienced ophthalmologists committed to excellence in clinical care, research, and academic advancement.