Glaucoma Surgeon: Tertiary Care & Teaching (Tucson)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid time off

Federal retirement (pension + TSP)

Comprehensive federal insurance (HE/VD

Licensure support

Malpractice coverage

Job summary

The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Ophthalmologist specializing in Glaucoma Surgery to join our team of comprehensive and subspecialist ophthalmologists.

This full-time position focuses on tertiary glaucoma care with opportunities to mentor and teach residents from the University of Arizona Ophthalmology Residency. You will report to the Clinical Director of Ophthalmology at the Tucson VA Medical Center.

Qualifications

• Citizenship requirements per VA policy.
• MD/DO (or equivalent degree from a recognized medical program).
• Current, full, unrestricted license to practice medicine/surgery in any U.S. state.

Responsibilities

• Glaucoma medical and surgical management for a tertiary caseload.
• Cataract procedures, teaching/assisting residents.
• Anterior segment laser procedures (YAG SLT, Argon laser).
• Call coverage on a regular basis with faculty.
• Resident staffing in clinic and OR with emphasis on anterior segment disorders and glaucoma.
• Rotational coverage for resident call and urgent clinic patients.
• Patient and family education to support understanding and adherence.
• Timely clinical documentation and charting.
• Participation in quality of care, peer review, and performance improvement activities.

Education

MD/DO (or equivalent)

Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Ophthalmology (ABMS)

Glaucoma fellowship

Job description

The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Ophthalmologist specializing in Glaucoma Surgery to join our team of comprehensive and subspecialist ophthalmologists.

This full-time position focuses on tertiary glaucoma care with opportunities to mentor and teach residents from the University of Arizona Ophthalmology Residency. You will report to the Clinical Director of Ophthalmology at the Tucson VA Medical Center.