Glaucoma Specialist | Ophthalmology | SOM | M89446

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Ophthalmology at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center is seeking a clinical faculty member to provide direct patient care at the downtown VCU Health campus and satellite locations. The position supports a 16-resident ophthalmology training program with a comprehensive clinical and surgical focus.

Appointments at Assistant, Associate, or full Professor level are available commensurate with experience; candidates must maintain high professional standards and

Qualifications

• Must be Board Certified/Board Eligible/On Pathway toward Board Certification in Ophthalmology.
• Must possess/maintain a current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care at the downtown VCU Health campus and satellite locations.
• Supervise residents and ophthalmic staff within the department.
• Contribute to a high level of patient and staff satisfaction through collaborative practice.

Education

Ophthalmology residency training

License to practice medicine in Virginia

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.

Unit:

School Of Medicine

Department:

Ophthalmology

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. Appointment at the level of Assistant, Associate, or full Professor is available commensurate with experience.

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.

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 Commonwealth 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.

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience

Rank:

Open

Tenure:

Ineligible

Months:

12 months

Contact Name:

Ashley Krauss

Contact Email:

[e-mail]