Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Thomas Jefferson University; United States; On-site; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Education opportunities

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Philadelphia, PA seeks a fellowship-trained Pediatric Ophthalmologist to provide comprehensive medical and surgical eye care for children. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to clinical excellence and patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate should be fellowship-trained in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, with strong clinical and surgical skills, and a passion for improving visual outcomes in children.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completed residency in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus completed.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Ophthalmology.
• Eligible for an unrestricted medical license in Pennsylvania.
• Eligible for medical staff appointment and privileges at Jefferson Health facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric ophthalmology evaluations, diagnoses, and treatments.
• Diagnose and manage strabismus, amblyopia, congenital cataracts, refractive errors.
• Perform pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus surgeries as privileges allow.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, neurologists, and ophthalmologists for coordinated care.
• Educate families on diagnoses, options, and long-term visual health.
• Participate in quality improvement to enhance outcomes and safety.

Skills

Pediatric ophthalmology

Strabismus management

Clinical collaboration

Communication skills

Education

MD/DO

Ophthalmology residency

Pediatric Ophthalmology fellowship

Job description

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Jefferson Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Ophthalmologist to join our growing team of ophthalmology specialists in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This is an exciting opportunity for a fellowship-trained physician to provide comprehensive medical and surgical eye care to pediatric patients while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in diagnosing and managing pediatric ophthalmic conditions, possess strong clinical and surgical skills, and have a passion for improving visual health outcomes for children.

As part of Jefferson Health, the successful candidate will have opportunities to contribute to clinical education, research, and the continued advancement of pediatric ophthalmology services.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive ophthalmologic evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment for infants, children, and adolescents with a wide range of eye conditions.
• Diagnose and manage pediatric ophthalmic disorders, including strabismus, amblyopia, congenital cataracts, refractive errors, and other complex visual conditions.
• Perform surgical procedures related to pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, as appropriate to clinical expertise and privileges.
• Develop individualized treatment plans that incorporate evidence-based practices and the unique needs of pediatric patients.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, neurologists, ophthalmologists, and other specialists to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, surgical procedures, and long-term visual health.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes, patient safety, and the overall patient experience.

Academic and Collaborative Opportunities

• Participate in the education and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows, as applicable.
• Contribute to clinical research, scholarly activities, and academic initiatives aligned with professional interests and departmental priorities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Jefferson Health to advance multidisciplinary approaches to pediatric eye care.
• Support the continued development and growth of pediatric ophthalmology services.
• Participate in departmental meetings, clinical conferences, and professional development activities.

Qualifications Required

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in Ophthalmology.
• Completion of fellowship training in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Ophthalmology through the American Board of Ophthalmology.
• Eligible for an unrestricted medical license in Pennsylvania.
• Eligibility for medical staff appointment and clinical privileges at applicable Jefferson Health facilities.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient care.

Preferred

• Experience managing complex pediatric ophthalmic conditions.
• Demonstrated interest in medical education, clinical research, or academic medicine.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Commitment to clinical innovation, quality improvement, and collaborative patient care.

Work Shift: Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type: Regular Employee Entity

Primary Location Address: 132 S 10th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research.

Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students.

Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region.

Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

• medical (including prescription)
• supplemental insurance
• dental
• vision
• life and AD&D insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement plans
• tuition assistance
• as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts.

Colleagues have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

In keeping with Jefferson's Mission, We Improve Lives, it is our goal to recruit, retain, develop and reward highly-qualified employees.

Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education. With a long standing history, Jefferson has been advancing the medical field from the heart of Center City Philadelphia for nearly 200 years. Our Mission, We Improve Lives, expands to every corner of the organization. From our weekly farmer’s market, to our new Jefferson Accelerator Zone for innovation, our employees’ passion for the community is evident by the daily gestures towards our patients, students and each other.