Pediatric Ophthalmologist

The Nemours Foundation; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Robust benefits package

6-weeks paid family leave

403(b) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement programs

Adoption assistance

Job summary

The Nemours Foundation in Wilmington, DE is seeking a skilled pediatric ophthalmologist to engage in clinical activities, surgery, and education for medical students and residents. This position offers comprehensive exposure to various pediatric ophthalmological needs, alongside opportunities for advanced training and research collaboration.

Located close to Philadelphia, the role provides a thriving environment with access to top-rated schools, recreational activities, and an award-winning team focused on children's health. Competitive salary and robust benefits package included.

Qualifications

• Experience in pediatric ophthalmology required.
• Ability to perform anterior and posterior segment surgeries.
• Involvement in training medical students and residents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outpatient visits and surgeries.
• Participate in educational activities for residents and students.
• Engage in research and collaborations.

Skills

Pediatric ophthalmology experience

Surgical skills

Education and training ability

Diagnostic testing capabilities

Education

Doctorate Degree in Medicine

Job description

The candidate should have experience in all aspects of general pediatric ophthalmology. Participation in daily clinical activities, including outpatient visits, surgery, and hospital consultation, allows a diverse exposure to all areas of pediatric ophthalmology.

In addition to the clinical responsibilities, the physician will participate actively in the education and training of ophthalmology residents and medical students from Thomas Jefferson University. Academic appointment is awarded by Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University based on established professorial guidelines.

This unique opportunity offers:

• Anterior and posterior segment surgery capability
• Comprehensive diagnostic testing capabilities
• Challenging practice ranging from common pediatric ophthalmology problems to care of ophthalmologic problems in children with complex medical problems
• Diagnostic capabilities including OCT, ERG & VEP
• Experienced group of pediatric ophthalmologists and exposure to all aspects of pediatric ophthalmology
• Opportunity for Research and collaboration with other Pediatric subspecialists, the University of Delaware and other academic institutions.
• National and region-wide referral of patients
• Affiliation to major academic centers in the tristate area
• Opportunity to train the ophthalmology residents and medical students throughout the academic year.

Situated on a beautiful estate in Wilmington, DE and close to Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs, Nemours offers a unique opportunity to practice in a premier setting. The area is known for its top ranked school systems, recreational opportunities, family-oriented settings, access to world class restaurants, professional sports teams, and entertainment.

As a Nemours physician, you’ll be part of an award-winning team where innovation is the norm. As a pediatric system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. As one of the nation’s leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to more than 280,000 children each year in our pediatric hospitals, specialty practices and primary care practices in Delaware, Florida, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

What we offer

• Growing area close to the Delaware beaches that offers NO state sales tax
• Competitive salary and robust benefits package
• 6-weeks paid family leave
• 403(b) with employer match & a 457(b) plan
• Licensure and dues allowance after hire
• Tuition reimbursement & tuition discount programs with various Universities for Associates and their dependents
• Adoption assistance and 6 weeks of Paternity leave

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals — Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida — along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

Job Info

• Job Identification 19078
• Posting Date 06/09/2026, 04:34 PM
• Degree Level Doctorate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, US (On-site)