Locum | Physician Ophthalmology

Weatherby Healthcare; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice insurance paid

Travel & housing covered

Job summary

Weatherby Healthcare is seeking a qualified ophthalmologist for locum tenens inpatient trauma call coverage in Albany, GA. Responsibilities include handling eyelid lacerations, ruptured globes, and basic ocular trauma within a hospital setting, with retina cases referred out to specialists.

Paid malpractice insurance and pre-paid travel and housing expenses are provided, and assignments are managed through Weatherby’s online portal.

Qualifications

• Board certification in ophthalmology (or eligibility)
• Experience with inpatient trauma call coverage preferred
• Proficiency in managing eyelid lacerations and basic ocular trauma

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient trauma call coverage in a hospital setting
• Manage eyelid lacerations, ruptured globes, and basic ocular trauma
• Coordinate with specialists for retina cases referred out
• Maintain charting and time entry through Weatherby online portal

Skills

Ophthalmology

Trauma care

Job description

Enjoy the locum tenens lifestyle knowing Weatherby is here to support you every step of the way.

• Inpatient trauma call coverage only


• Variable patient load -- a few calls per day, not overly busy


• Hospital setting -- privileges required


• Eyelid lacerations, ruptured globes, and basic trauma required


• Retina-specific cases referred out


• Paid malpractice insurance; pre-paid travel and housing expenses


• Assignment details and time entry in online portal


• Competitive compensation


• 24-hour access to your Weatherby Healthcare consultant


• Charter member of NALTO

Ranges shown should be used as an estimate and are affected by many factors including the critical need of the position, your overall experience and qualifications, and other considerations.