Phaco Development Specialist (Cape Town)

Cape Town - Wester Capemid

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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,

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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, you’ll 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.

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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

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.

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

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.

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)

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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