Ophthalmologist, Oculoplastic & Reconstructive Surgery | Ophthalmology | SOM | M60545

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center is seeking an Ophthalmologist specializing in oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery to provide direct patient care across multiple outpatient locations, including the Main Campus, Richmond V.A. Medical Center, and regional ASC sites.

The role also involves teaching medical students, residents, and fellows within a 16-resident ophthalmology program and a robust academic environment.

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Ophthalmology with ASOPRS Fellowship training.
• Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a respectful, professional, and civil environment across diverse staff and learners.

Responsibilities

• Clinical - Provide high-quality patient care in three outpatient settings (Main Campus, Richmond V.A. Medical Center, and suburban ASC).
• Teaching - Educate medical students, residents, fellows, and trainees in a clinical setting.
• Research - Research opportunities available based on training, experience and interest.
• Other - Maintain high clinical/ethical standards and promote unity through collaboration and effective communication among staff.

Skills

Ophthalmology board cert/elig

ASOPRS fellowship

Diagnostic and surgical skills

Professional environment and civility

Education

Medical license Virginia

Job description

Contact Information

This is an MCV Physicians job posting and opportunity. This is not a Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) job posting. None of the information or duties below is part of a job offered by VCU.

Unit: School of Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Mission Or Goal Of Unit

The Department of Ophthalmology at the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center supports a large health system providing both primary and tertiary care. As academic physicians in the evolving field of ophthalmology, we strive to improve the vision and eye health of all people by excelling in patient care, education and research.

Chief Purpose Of This Position

The Department of Ophthalmology at the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center welcomes candidates to apply to this exciting new opportunity for an Ophthalmologist specializing in oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery. The department is seeking a candidate who will be responsible for direct patient care and supervision in three outpatient settings that include the Main Campus, Richmond V.A. Medical Center, and suburban ASC locations. The department supports a 16 resident ophthalmology training program with a full 5-year ACGME Accreditation. A Physician Practice Group compensation plan provides an opportunity for a competitive, market-based salary. The position will be offered at an academic rank commensurate with qualifications.

Position Responsibilities

Clinical - Responsible for providing high quality, compassionate patient care through collaborative practice incorporating trainees into the clinical practice

Teaching - Responsible for teaching medical students, residents, fellows and other trainees in a clinical setting

Research - Research opportunities available based on training, experience and interest

Other - The candidate must maintain high clinical and ethical standards that will be carried into decision‑making processes, adhere to compliance measures, establish and promote an atmosphere of unity through collaborative practice and effective communication between all staff disciplines, and foster a high level of patient and staff satisfaction. Residents and certified ophthalmic medical technicians assist with patient care and ancillary testing.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Ophthalmology, with American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) Fellowship training
• Eligibility for, or a current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills are required
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Restricted Position: No

Rank: Open

Months: 12 months

Contact Information

Contact Name: Ashley Krauss

Contact Email: [e-mail]