Ophthalmology - Physician

CHOC Children's; California (MO); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

CHOC Children's in California is searching for a Pediatric Ophthalmologist to join their Pediatric Sub-Specialty Faculty. The role involves providing comprehensive eye care, including diagnosis and treatment of pediatric eye disorders, as well as performing various eye surgeries.

The ideal candidate will be board eligible or certified and have completed an ACGME accredited residency along with fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology. This is a unique opportunity to work with a premier healthcare system recognized for excellence in pediatric care.

Qualifications

• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist.
• Completion of ACGME accredited ophthalmology residency program is required.
• Fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye care for babies, children, and teens.
• Diagnose and treat pediatric eye disorders, including congenital cataracts.
• Perform pediatric surgeries for cataract and glaucoma.

Skills

Pediatric ophthalmology

Surgical eye care

Diagnosis of pediatric eye disorders

Education

Board Certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Completed ACGME accredited ophthalmology residency

Fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology

Job description

Position Summary

Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Rady Children’s Health-Orange County is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist to join the busy Ophthalmology program at Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) in scenic Orange County, California.

Qualifications

• Board Eligible or Board Certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist
• Completed an ACGME accredited ophthalmology residency program
• Fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye care for babies, children, and teens, including basic, specialty, and surgical services
• Diagnose and treat pediatric eye disorders, such as congenital cataract, glaucoma, oculoplastic conditions, and eye problems related to systemic diseases (e.g., diabetes, sickle cell, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, brain tumors, craniosynostosis, metabolic, genetic and chromosomal disorders)
• Perform pediatric cataract, glaucoma, and oculoplastic surgeries
• Collaborate with orthoptists, technicians, and other specialists in a state‑of‑the‑art, fully staffed practice

About the Division

The Ophthalmology division at CHOC offers the latest, most comprehensive treatments and is led by Dr. Rahul Bhola, MD, MBA. The team treats a full spectrum of pediatric eye conditions and works within an 80‑bed NICU, with interest in Retinopathy of Prematurity care.

About CHOC

Children’s Hospital of Orange County is a premier healthcare system recognized as a best children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report (2022‑2023) and a Leapfrog Top Hospital. The private pediatric subspecialty group, Pediatric Sub‑Specialty Faculty, is composed of more than 400 physicians and advanced practice providers across 26 pediatric subspecialties.