Phaco Development Specialist Johannesburg
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Phaco Development Specialist (Johannesburg)
At Alcon we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly champion progress and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here youll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse talented people to join Alcon.
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 selfassessments
Surgical & Technical Support:
- Serve as a trusted clinical and technical consultant for surgeons and hospital
staff ensuring the correct application of Alcons ophthalmic devices and
technologies. - Collaborate with external consultants course instructors and proctors to drive
effective skill development and highquality 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 precourse assessments surgical
observations and postcourse 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 selfmotivation teamwork problemsolving organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
- Valid drivers license and passport and willing to travel extensively 40 (South Africa 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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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
