Assistant Professor (NTT) - Ophthalmology

UTMB School of Health Professions; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health professions school is seeking a qualified ophthalmologist to provide comprehensive patient care and engage in teaching and research activities. The role includes administrative responsibilities and participation in departmental committees. Candidates must have completed an accredited residency and hold a Texas Medical License.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical school and completed residency in ophthalmology.
• Certification in Ophthalmology and a Texas Medical License required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and consultative services.
• Participate in teaching activities and clinical research.
• Supervise and evaluate residents.

Skills

Patient Care

Teaching

Research

Education

MD

DO

Ophthalmology Residency

Job description

Job Description

The person in this position is responsible for providing direct patient care, consultative services, outpatient services, and care of hospitalized patients. They will participate in all teaching activities of the Department, including conferences, lectures, bedside teaching, rounds, clinics, inpatient services, continuing medical education, and meetings at local, regional, and national levels. Students may include medical students, house staff, nursing students, and allied health students. The role also involves advancing clinical knowledge through scholarly and research efforts, participating in basic or clinical research, and publishing scientific articles. Additionally, the individual will have administrative responsibilities, including supervising and evaluating residents, providing medical direction, and participating in departmental and health system committees.

Training Required

12-month intern training followed by 36-month residency training in Ophthalmology.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited medical school, have completed an ACGME-approved residency in ophthalmology, with interest and training in retina. Must be certified or eligible for certification in Ophthalmology and hold a Texas Medical License without restrictions. Degree options include MD, DO, or foreign equivalents.

Experience Required

None

Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Employer's Business

Health Sciences Education, Research, and Clinical Health Care

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected basis. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and promote protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.