Ophthalmology Physician

Veterans Health Administration; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Ophthalmologist to lead the development of a new eye clinic in Fredericksburg. This is an exciting opportunity to set up a training program and provide comprehensive care, focusing on the latest treatments for retinal and glaucoma disorders. Enjoy a competitive salary, guaranteed increases, and excellent benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving patient outcomes and making a difference in the community. Your expertise will play a vital role in shaping the future of ophthalmologic care in this facility.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Federal Retirement Plans

Guaranteed Salary Increases

Qualifications

• MD or DO with a focus on Ophthalmology and relevant residency training.
• Experience in managing retinal and glaucoma disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive ophthalmology care including diagnosis and treatment.
• Conduct outpatient clinics and modify management plans as needed.

Skills

Ophthalmology

Patient Care

Diagnosis

Treatment Planning

Education

Medical Degree (MD or DO)

Residency in Ophthalmology

Job description

The brand-new Fredericksburg VA HCC is seeking to hire an Ophthalmologist to join our dynamic team!

This is your chance to set up a training program and establish your own eye clinic. The facility is already set up for this purpose, and you will be responsible for setting it up.

Responsibilities:

1. Make preliminary diagnoses, direct, prescribe, or provide treatment. Arrange for specialized care or patient referral as required.
2. Training and familiarity with diagnosis and state-of-the-art management of patients with disorders of the retina and glaucoma.
3. Provide comprehensive ophthalmology care including prevention, health maintenance, early diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up services to patients.
4. Conduct outpatient clinics, review patients' medications, diet, course of therapy, adherence to management plan, and patient observations. Modify management plans as indicated and instruct and counsel patients as required.
5. Perform ophthalmologic procedures on patients, including consultations and ophthalmic care to treat various conditions, illnesses, and injuries.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. NO CALL / NO WEEKENDS.

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Guaranteed salary increases
• Insurance: Health, Dental, and Vision care insurance programs with premiums partially paid by VA; Flexible Spending Accounts; Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options with costs shared by the Federal Government; Long-term care insurance available as an option.
• Federal Retirement Plans: Through the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) — a three-tiered retirement plan including 1) Social Security benefits; 2) FERS-FRAE basic benefits (pension); and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with up to five percent government matching.
• And more