Comprehensive Ophthalmologist | Ophthalmology | SOM | M89941

Vcu Rrtc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Vcu Rrtc is seeking a qualified candidate for a position in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia. The role involves direct patient care and supervision, where excellent diagnostic and surgical skills are required. The successful candidate will contribute to the resident training program and maintain high standards of care and ethics.

Opportunities for academic appointments are available. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology, hold an unrestricted medical license in Virginia, and demonstrate professionalism in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in Virginia.
• Ability to work and foster a respectful environment with diverse groups.
• Commitment to high clinical and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care at downtown VCU Health campus and satellite locations.
• Support and supervise the resident ophthalmology training program.
• Foster communication and collaboration among staff.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Surgical skills

Strong communication

Education

Board Certified/Board Eligible in Ophthalmology

Completed residency training in ophthalmology

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.

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

• 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