Medical Director (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor)

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Medical Director for its ophthalmology department. This role combines patient care with leadership, focusing on advancing clinical programs and enhancing patient care. The Medical Director will work closely with faculty and institutional leadership to implement strategies that improve medical practice. Candidates should have a strong commitment to teaching and research, with opportunities to engage in a busy tertiary clinical practice. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package in a vibrant college-town atmosphere.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Retirement Plans with Employer Match

Professional Liability Protection

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Medical degree and completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in ophthalmology.
• Board certification or eligibility and ability to obtain licensure in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare services and teach during clinical encounters.
• Engage in research and develop innovative educational models.

Skills

Clinical Excellence

Surgical Skills

Teaching Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Medical Degree (M.D.)

ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology Residency

Job description

Classification Title:

Medical Director (Assistant, Associate, Full Professor)

Job Description:

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Florida seeks a Medical Director for the UF Health Eye Center to build, advance, and elevate the strategic vision of the department. This position combines direct patient care service with leadership responsibilities in support of ophthalmology clinical programs. Candidates should be eligible for the clinical faculty rank of Assistant Professor or above and demonstrate experience with and commitment to advancing clinical, surgical, and educational excellence within an academic medical center. Comprehensive ophthalmologists and all subspecialties are welcome. To learn more about us, please visit https://eye.ufl.edu/.

The Medical Director will be a member of the ophthalmology faculty and work closely with the department chair, executive management team, and institutional leadership to implement strategies that enhance patient care and improve the medical practice. Responsibilities include providing healthcare services and teaching during clinical encounters and surgical interventions for ophthalmologic patients, as well as administrative duties to steer operations and support the organizational functions of the eye center. Applicants will engage in a busy tertiary clinical practice in an established department with a new, state-of-the-art clinic and surgery center. In addition to providing excellent patient care, there are ample opportunities to develop independent and collaborative research and innovative educational models in a diverse academic clinical department.

Salary, rank, and tenure status will be commensurate with credentials and experience. The College of Medicine offers a competitive faculty compensation plan, which includes incentives. Employer may assist with relocation costs.

University-paid benefits include health insurance for individuals and families (spouse/domestic partner and children up to age 26), life insurance, and long-term disability insurance. Retirement benefits include participation in 403(b) and 457 plans with an employer match. Professional liability protection and sovereign immunity are administered by the Florida Board of Governors self-insurance program.

Gainesville is a charming city with a low cost of living, diverse population, excellent public schools, Division I NCAA sports, and no state income tax. The area is known for its natural beauty, with many springs, lakes, and rivers. The mild climate allows for outdoor activities year-round. The city is culturally enriched by the university, creating a vibrant college-town atmosphere where nature and culture meet.

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with rank and experience, along with an excellent benefits package.

Minimum Requirements:

- Medical degree (M.D.)

- Completion of an ACGME-accredited ophthalmology residency program and applicable postgraduate fellowship training if practicing a relevant subspecialty

- Board certification or eligibility and ability to obtain licensure in Florida

- Credentialing as medical staff at UF Health facilities and affiliated locations

- Eligibility for the rank of Assistant Professor or above

- Experience and commitment to clinical, surgical, and educational excellence in an academic medical center

Preferred Qualifications:

- Strong commitment to teaching, resident training, and research, with participation in academic activities

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills

- Leadership qualities, judgment, problem-solving, and cognitive skills

Special Instructions to Applicants:

- Apply through http://jobs.ufl.edu

- Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation

- Review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled

- The start date depends on the successful candidate's selection

- Provide official transcripts upon hire; foreign degrees must be evaluated by a NACES-approved credentialing service

- For disability accommodations, contact 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay at 800-955-8771 (TDD)

- Employment contingent upon eligibility to work in the US

- Searches conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination regarding race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions, genetic information, and veteran status in all employment aspects.