Comprehensive Ophthalmologist | Ophthalmology | SOM | M89441

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine's Ophthalmology department in Richmond seeks a physician to provide direct patient care at the downtown VCU Health campus and satellite locations. Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills, and commitment to education, are required.

Academic appointment at Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level is available commensurate with experience. The role emphasizes collaboration, professionalism, and maintaining high clinical standards with

Qualifications

• Board certification status or on-pathway in Ophthalmology.
• Active Virginia medical license.
• Commitment to respectful, professional and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care at downtown VCU Health campus and satellite sites.
• Supervise ophthalmic staff and residents.
• Maintain high clinical and ethical standards and collaborate across disciplines.
• Academic appointment at Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level available commensurate with experience.

Skills

Professionalism

Leadership

Ethical standards

Education

Board Certified/Board Eligible/On Pathway toward Board Certification in Ophthalmology

Virginia medical license (unrestricted)

Job description

This is an MCV Physicians job posting and opportunity. This is not a Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) job posting. None of the information or duties below is part of a job offered by VCU.

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU's sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

Department

Ophthalmology

Duties & Responsibilities

The Department of Ophthalmology at the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center supports a large health system providing both primary and tertiary care. The advertised position is responsible for direct patient care and supervision at our downtown VCU Health campus and satellite locations. Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills are required. The department supports a 16 resident ophthalmology training program with a full 5-year ACGME Accreditation.

The candidate must maintain high clinical and ethical standards that will be carried into decision-making processes, adhere to compliance measures, establish and promote an atmosphere of unity through collaborative practice and effective communication between all staff disciplines, and foster a high level of patient and staff satisfaction. Residents and certified ophthalmic medical technicians assist with patient care and ancillary testing. A Physician Practice Group compensation plan provides an opportunity for a competitive salary. Academic appointment at the level of Assistant, Associate, or full Professor is available commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidate must be Board Certified/Board Eligible/On Pathway toward Board Certification in Ophthalmology and have completed residency training in ophthalmology.
• Must possess/maintain a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Virginia.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Rank: Open

Tenure: Ineligible

Months: 12 months

Contact Name: Ashley Krauss

Contact Email: [e-mail]