Academic Pediatric Ophthalmology

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 280,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious academic medical center in Augusta, Georgia, is seeking a full-time faculty member in pediatric ophthalmology. This position requires an MD/DO degree and fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology. Responsibilities include providing clinical care, mentoring residents, and engaging in research. The role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to work with advanced clinical equipment. This is an on-site position with limited travel.

Qualifications

• Must be board certified/eligible in ophthalmology.
• Experience with pediatric cataracts and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is preferred.
• Excellent opportunities for clinical research and administrative roles.
• MD/DO degree required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to patients in pediatric ophthalmology settings.
• Mentor and train residents and medical students during clinical activities.
• Engage in clinical research and participate in administrative and leadership roles.
• Collaborate across two practice sites with access to advanced equipment and strong technical support.

Skills

Clinical care in pediatric ophthalmology

Mentoring and training

Engagement in clinical research

Leadership abilities

Education

MD/DO degree

Fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology

Job description

Overview

Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia, United States (on-site). Posted 2 days ago. Full-Time, MD/DO required. Travel 0-10% with relocation paid. Organization: University / Academic. Job Category: Description included below.

The Department of Ophthalmology at the Medical College of Georgia seeks a team-oriented full-time faculty member to join our Department at the assistant, associate, or professor level. Applicants must be board certified/eligible. Fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology is required. Duties will include clinical care of patients and clinical training of residents and medical students. Coupled to these are excellent opportunities for clinical research as well as administrative and leadership positions. Our two practice sites offer state of the art equipment and excellent technical support. COMPENSATION WILL BE HIGHLY COMPETITIVE. We can also accommodate a candidate wishing to combine a practice in pediatric ophthalmology with one in general ophthalmology. Experience with pediatric cataracts and ROP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to patients in pediatric ophthalmology settings.
• Mentor and train residents and medical students during clinical activities.
• Engage in clinical research and participate in administrative and leadership roles as opportunities arise.
• Collaborate across two practice sites with access to advanced equipment and strong technical support.

Qualifications

• Board certified or eligible in ophthalmology.
• Fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology is required.
• Experience with pediatric cataracts and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is preferred.
• MD/DO degree required.

Location & Benefits

Academic rank and tenure track status are commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Job ID: 81467907

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Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.