Ophthalmology Physician

Summit Recruiting Group; Caribou (ME); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in Northern Maine is seeking a dedicated Ophthalmologist to join their team. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to serve a primarily elderly patient community while engaging with local schools and athletic programs. The organization is committed to providing exceptional eye care and prioritizing the well-being of its staff. With a supportive environment and comprehensive benefits, this role promises a fulfilling career in a community-focused setting. If you are passionate about eye health and patient-centered care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional liability insurance

CME reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Education loan repayment options

Qualifications

• Board Certified or eligible in Ophthalmology.
• Experience with elderly patients and co-morbidities.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional eye care to a primarily elderly patient community.
• Engage with local athletic programs for eye health awareness.

Skills

Ophthalmology

Patient Care

Cataract Surgery

Glaucoma Management

Education

Board Certification in Ophthalmology

Job description

Ophthalmology opportunity in Caribou, Maine - Located in Northern Maine, near the Canadian border, approximately 200 miles from Bangor, ME.

Position Details:

1. Full-time, permanent position
2. Seeking an Ophthalmologist
3. Our goal is to offer exceptional eye care and prioritize your well-being.
4. Specializations include dry eye syndrome, eyelid conditions (blepharitis, styes), cataracts, diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.
5. Patient Community: Primarily elderly with co-morbidities; active engagement with middle school, high school, college, and university athletic programs.
6. Qualifications: Board Certified or eligible.

Compensation and Benefits:

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, professional liability insurance, CME reimbursement, relocation assistance, and education loan repayment options.

About the Health System:

The organization manages 30 physicians and 26 mid-level providers across northern Maine, including offices in Caribou, Presque Isle, Washburn, Fort Fairfield, and Van Buren. Since 2007, it has been designated a Federally Qualified Health Center, enhancing access to healthcare services and employing providers on H-1B and J-1 visas. The system has received multiple HRSA grants for oral health expansion and quality performance, leading in Maine with awards including a National Quality Leaders recognition. It is also recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH), emphasizing coordinated, team-based, patient-centered care.

Medical Center:

A 65-bed acute care hospital in Caribou, Maine, known for patient-centered services and award-winning quality in customer service and clinical performance. The hospital employs approximately 540 staff, with 60 active medical providers, 100 courtesy and consulting physicians, and 75 volunteers.