A Facility in NC Is Searching for a Locums Ophthalmologist

Weatherby Healthcare; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid malpractice insurance

Pre-paid travel and housing expenses

24-hour access to consultant

Job summary

Weatherby Healthcare is seeking a pediatric ophthalmologist for locum tenens coverage in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The position involves managing both outpatient clinic and OR activities, with ideally 2 weeks of presence per month on a Monday to Friday schedule.

Candidates should have experience in strabismus surgery, while knowledge of ROP is advantageous. The role offers competitive compensation and support, including paid malpractice insurance and pre-paid travel expenses.

Qualifications

• Experience in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus surgery is essential.
• Experience with ROP is beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient clinic and OR coverage.
• Manage 24 patients per day during clinic days.
• Handle 6 cases per day during OR days.

Skills

Pediatric ophthalmology

Strabismus surgery

ROP experience

Job description

Enjoy the locum tenens lifestyle knowing Weatherby is here to support you every step of the way. Call and speak to one of our consultants today for available dates and details.

• Ideally 2 weeks per month -- M - F schedule
• 24 patients per day on clinic days
• 6 cases per day on OR days
• Outpatient clinic and OR coverage
• Ongoing coverage until permanent hire
• Pediatric ophthalmology with strabismus surgery required
• ROP experience beneficial but not required
• Paid malpractice insurance; pre-paid travel and housing expenses
• Assignment details and time entry in online portal
• Competitive compensation
• 24-hour access to your Weatherby Healthcare consultant
• Charter member of NALTO