Ophthalmologist

LECOM Health and Wellness Center; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

LECOM Health seeks a skilled Ophthalmologist to provide high-quality medical services and patient education in a dynamic healthcare environment. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating eye ailments, performing surgeries, and ensuring effective patient communication while maintaining superior care standards. Join a team committed to advanced eye health and disease prevention.

Benefits

Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Insurance

Free Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Ophthalmologist or similar role.
• Ability to manage and lead within a medical team.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and diagnose conditions.
• Conduct surgical procedures such as cataract extraction and LASIK.
• Collaborate for comprehensive patient care and maintain medical records.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Decision-making

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Education

Medical degree focusing on Ophthalmology

Relevant training and/or certification as an Ophthalmologist

Job description

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Ophthalmologist

General Summary:

• Under the supervision of the president and in collaboration with the managerial team, the ophthalmologist provides medical services to patients of LECOM Health Medical Associates of Erie.

Main Functions:

• Educate patients on eye health and disease prevention.
• Perform comprehensive eye examinations, including visual acuity tests, refraction, and slit lamp examinations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and treat eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
• Perform surgical procedures like cataract extraction, LASIK, and corneal transplantation.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Prescribe and fit corrective lenses or contact lenses as needed.
• Stay updated with advancements in ophthalmology through continued education and research.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven experience as an Ophthalmologist or similar role.
• Excellent manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and visuospatial awareness.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Excellent decision-making and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Emotionally resilient, with the ability to make patients feel at ease.
• Effective management and leadership skills.
• Relevant training and/or certification as an Ophthalmologist.

LECOM Health offers full-time employees an industry-leading benefits package, including competitive wages. Benefits include Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Insurance starting at $70/month, free Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance, and a 403(b) Retirement Plan for qualified employees with employer contributions.