Ophthalmologist

MyStethi, LLC; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a board-certified ophthalmologist to join our comprehensive eye care team.

The physician will provide ophthalmologic services in both clinic and hospital settings, performing exams, managing diseases, and leading surgical care with emphasis on patient-centered outcomes. You will participate in quality improvement initiatives, education for trainees, and continuous professional development while ensuring exceptional patient and family experiences

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completed residency in Ophthalmology.
• Board certification in Ophthalmology.
• Valid state medical license to practice ophthalmology.
• Fellowship training in a subspecialty (e.g., retina, cornea, glaucoma)

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations to diagnose eye diseases and injuries.
• Prescribe and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses as applicable.
• Conduct high quality surgical procedures.
• Manage pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgery.
• Diagnose and treat ocular diseases; provide emergency eye care.
• Collaborate with other clinicians to develop patient treatment plans; participate in education and quality initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Diagnostic & surgical skills

Education

MD or DO degree

Residency in Ophthalmology

Board certification in Ophthalmology

State medical license to practice ophthalmology

Fellowship in subspecialty (retina, cornea, glaucoma)

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The St. Luke’s Physician provides ophthalmologic services in the general care and treatment of patients in both practice and hospital settings. Physician provides comprehensive services for patients on a continuing basis. Physician will provide high quality, cost effective medical care. This individual will also participate in quality, patient satisfaction and performance improvement initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Perform comprehensive eye examinations to diagnose eye diseases, vision disorders, and injuries. Prescribe and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses, as applicable. Conduct high quality surgical procedures. Manage pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgery. Diagnose and treat ocular diseases. Provide emergency eye care and management of trauma cases. Perform within their subspeciality, retina, cornea, glaucoma, oculoplastic, pediatrics, etc. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans. Educate patients and their families on eye health, treatment options, and preventative care. Provide outstanding patient and family experience in all clinical settings. Participates in medical education for all clinical providers and learners. Stay updated on the latest advancements in ophthalmology and participate in continuing education and professional development. Demonstrate/model the hospital’s core values and customer service behaviors in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/Entity as well as the proper release of information. Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements. Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety. Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices. Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Requires sitting for up to seven hours per day, four hours at a time. Standing for up to four hours per day, one hour at a time. Requires occasional fingering, handling and twisting. Occasionally requires lifting carry, pushing and pulling objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Occasionally requires reaching above shoulder level. Must have the ability to hear as it relates to normal conversation and to see as it relates to general vision.

POTENTIAL ON-THE-JOB RISKS:

Identified Risks, None Identified and/or Fit Tested Statement Which States That:

Employees who work in patient care areas where they may have potential exposure to patients with suspected or proven tuberculosis (TB) must have the ability to wear a particulate respirator and be fit-tested in compliance with the current recommendations from the CDC (enforced by OSHA) or must provide physician documentation as to the inability to wear a particulate respirator.

COMMUNICATIONS: Excellent written and verbal communications skills required.

QUALIFICATIONS

(MINIMUM)

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Completed residency in Ophthalmology.
• Board certification in Ophthalmology.
• Valid state medical license to practice ophthalmology.
• Fellowship training in a subspecialty (e.g., retina, cornea, glaucoma)
• Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.