Open Rank- Clinical Faculty in Ophthalmology (Cornea/Comprehensive)

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition waiver

Wellness options

Job summary

A leading medical institution is seeking a full-time faculty member in Ophthalmology specializing in Cornea. The successful candidate will have clinical, teaching, and research responsibilities, providing care to patients and mentoring medical students and residents. Candidates must be board certified or eligible, with a completed Fellowship in Cornea and eligibility for a Georgia medical license. Comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement are included.

Qualifications

• Board certified/eligible in Ophthalmology.
• Must hold or be eligible for GA Medical License.
• Experience in clinical research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for Ophthalmology patients.
• Mentor and train medical students and residents.
• Engage in research and clinical program growth.
• Contribute to clinical research and growth of the cornea service.

Skills

Clinical patient care

Mentoring and teaching

Research skills

Collaboration

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Completion of Fellowship in Cornea

Job description

Open Rank- Clinical Faculty in Ophthalmology (Cornea/Comprehensive)

Location: Augusta University

Job ID: 287783 | Full/Part Time: Full Time

Overview

The Department of Ophthalmology in the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University seeks a full-time faculty member as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, to join our Cornea Service. Applicants must be board certified/eligible, and fellowship trained. Duties include clinical care of patients, didactic and clinical training of residents, medical students, and potentially fellows. The successful candidate is expected to be productive in clinical research and to play a pivotal role in the growth of the cornea service, fulfilling the academic and clinical missions of Augusta University. There may be opportunities in administrative and leadership positions. This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

Responsibilities

Clinical Care and Treatment of Patients - 85%

• Provide care of Ophthalmology patients at the Children's Hospital of Georgia, Augusta University Medical Center, and the Surgery Center of Columbia County.
• Participate in the growth of the clinical and research aspects of programs.
• Work with the Department Chair, Ophthalmology Supervisor and Administrative Director to determine the configuration and practice environment of product line specialties within the clinic.
• Promote compliance with AUHS physician performance standards with respect to quality indicators, medical records completion, patient satisfaction, billing and coding documentation, prompt and accurate submission of charges for service, and proper conduct of physicians in relation to colleagues, co-workers, and patients.
• Implement, oversee, and sustain quality improvement programs within the practice clinic consistent with AUHS quality objectives.
• Encourage and develop professional environments capable of fostering the highest level of medical performance throughout the region.
• Develop collaborative relations with local community leaders.

Teaching/Instruction - 15%

• Participate actively in teaching activities in the Department of Ophthalmology, including mentoring and advising medical students, residents and fellows.
• Attend all departmental meetings and conferences. Any excused absence must be approved by the Chairman.

Required Qualifications

MD/DO or equivalent. Completion of Fellowship in Cornea. Must have or be eligible for GA Medical License.

Rank criteria:

• Assistant Professor - Early level career as a faculty member with appropriate post-graduate training.
• Associate Professor - Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.
• Professor - Senior level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Associate Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) accreditation requirements;
• Evidence of ability as a teacher;
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
• Successful experience (which will be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, biographical data, and recommendations.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round. The intended work commitment (FTE) is 1.0 and considered full-time.

• Assistant Professor - Salary and compensation are commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. Salary subject to fund availability.
• Associate Professor - Salary and compensation are commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. Salary subject to fund availability.
• Professor - Salary and compensation are commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. Salary subject to fund availability.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more. Faculty employed more than 6 months may be eligible for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at hire based on experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, internal equity, and market data. Advancement through the faculty ranks occurs through the annual Promotion and Tenure process (typically five-year increments).

For more information on ranks, please review Augusta University Promotion and Tenure information at the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Website: https://www.augusta.edu/faculty-affairs/promotionandtenure.php

Location

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

To be considered, apply online at the following portal and upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, and Professional References as one document: https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/#job-portals

Additional application details may be requested during the process.