Ophthalmologist, Corneal/Refractive Surgery Spec | Ophthalmology | SOM | F74580

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid annual leave

Tuition benefits

Retirement planning

Employee discounts

Job summary

An academic medical center is seeking an Ophthalmologist specializing in corneal and refractive surgery. The role involves comprehensive patient care, teaching future medical professionals, and engaging in research. Board certification in Ophthalmology and excellent surgical skills are essential. This full-time position offers a salaried role in Richmond, Virginia with a focus on collaborative practice.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for a full and unrestricted medical license to practice in Virginia.
• Ability to foster an environment of respect and professionalism.
• Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills.
• Ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate patient care.
• Teach medical students, residents, fellows, and other trainees.
• Pursue research opportunities.
• Other: Maintain clinical and ethical standards, promote a collaborative atmosphere, foster patient and staff satisfaction, and ensure compliance.

Skills

Excellent diagnostic skills

Excellent surgical skills

Ability to work in a diverse environment

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

Board certified or board eligible in Ophthalmology

Corneal sub‑specialty training

Job description

Ophthalmologist, Corneal/Refractive Surgery Specialist | Virginia Commonwealth University

Join Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) as an Ophthalmologist specializing in corneal and refractive surgery. This faculty/senior clinical role is part of the School of Medicine's Ophthalmology Department.

Benefits

Full‑time faculty and staff are eligible for VCU’s comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, tuition benefits, retirement planning, tax‑deferred annuity and cash‑match programs, employee discounts, well‑being resources, and career‑development opportunities.

Unit & Department

Unit: School of Medicine
Department: Ophthalmology

Mission

The Department of Ophthalmology at VCU Medical Center supports both primary and tertiary eye care. Faculty advance patient care, education, and research to improve vision for all.

Position Overview

The role involves direct patient care and supervision in three outpatient settings: Main Campus, Richmond V.A. Medical Center, and suburban ASC locations. The department supports a 16‑resident ophthalmology training program with a 5‑year ACGME accreditation.

Position Responsibilities

• Clinical: Provide high‑quality, compassionate patient care with collaborative practice, involving trainees.
• Teaching: Teach medical students, residents, fellows, and other trainees in a clinical setting.
• Research: Pursue research opportunities based on training, experience, and interest.
• Other: Maintain clinical and ethical standards, promote a collaborative atmosphere, foster patient and staff satisfaction, and ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in Ophthalmology, with corneal sub‑specialty training.
• Eligibility for, or a current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in Virginia.
• Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills.
• Ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students.

Salary & Employment

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience.
Rank: Open.
Tenure: Open.
Months: 12 months.
FLSA Exemption: Exempt.

Contact

Contact Name: Ashley Krauss
Email: [e-mail]