General Ophthalmologist for Hospital based practice.

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider expanding its Eye Care Center. We seek a skilled Ophthalmologist dedicated to comprehensive eye care, focusing on surgical services. This role offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art outpatient surgical center recognized nationally for excellence. Ideal candidates will possess exceptional clinical and surgical skills, with a commitment to patient care and a positive work environment. Experience in glaucoma treatment is preferred, but we welcome general Ophthalmologists eager to grow their practice. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a thriving community.

Qualifications

• Board-certified Ophthalmologist with Virginia license required.
• Fellowship training in Glaucoma preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye care and surgical services.
• Consult and treat referrals from other specialties.
• Diagnose and treat ocular conditions affecting vision.

Skills

Ophthalmology

Surgical Skills

Communication Skills

Glaucoma Treatment

Education

Medical Degree

Residency in Ophthalmology

Internship

Fellowship in Glaucoma

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

We are expanding our Eye Care Center and seeking a board-certified Ophthalmologist with excellent clinical and surgical skills. Ideally, we prefer a fellowship-trained specialist in glaucoma treatment. However, due to our expansion and commitment to Ophthalmology at Mary Washington Healthcare, we will also consider a General Ophthalmologist.

The Ophthalmologist will be responsible for comprehensive eye care, focusing on surgical services. Our facilities include two main hospitals, a Level II Trauma center, and a state-of-the-art outpatient surgical center, the Mary Washington Healthcare's Fredericksburg Ambulatory Surgery Center (FASC). FASC was recognized as a Leapfrog Top Ambulatory Surgery Center in 2021, one of only 13 centers nationally to receive this award.

The ideal candidate is a board-certified Ophthalmologist with a Virginia license, possessing excellent clinical and surgical skills, competent in comprehensive/general Ophthalmology. They should have excellent communication skills, be committed to growing the practice, and contribute to a positive work environment for both patients and staff.

• Consults and treats referrals from specialties such as Neurology and Rheumatology.
• Participates in hospital calls with two other ophthalmologists.
• Performs examinations to assess overall eye health, diagnosing issues like glaucoma, cataracts, or other ocular conditions affecting vision.
• Develops treatment plans aimed at correcting identified issues.
• If surgery is required, performs necessary surgical procedures.
• Performs surgical procedures including Cataract Surgery and other eye-related surgeries.
• Performs laser procedures such as YAG and SLT.
• Diagnoses and treats medical disorders affecting vision, including inflammatory, neurological, and vascular conditions.
• Handles injuries, disorders, or diseases of the eye and its structures, including the cornea, sclera, conjunctiva, retina, and eyelids.
• Handles routine general ophthalmology exams and vision assessments.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Medical Degree
• Residency training in Ophthalmology
• Internship
• Fellowship training in Glaucoma (or consideration of candidates out of fellowship)
• Virginia State Medical License

Located 55 miles south of Washington, D.C., and 55 miles north of Richmond, VA, Fredericksburg is part of the Northern Virginia region. It is considered the southernmost suburb of Washington, D.C., situated on the Rappahannock River. Tourism plays a significant role in the local economy, attracting approximately 1.5 million visitors annually. Fredericksburg hosts several major retail and commercial centers. Major employers include the University of Mary Washington, Mary Washington Healthcare, GEICO, and the Federal Government, with Marine Base Quantico and the Pentagon within easy driving distance. Many residents commute to Washington, Richmond, and neighboring counties.

As an EOE/AA employer, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.