Pediatric Ophthalmologist at Riley Children's Hospital

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health Physicians is seeking a Pediatric Ophthalmologist in Indianapolis for a faculty position with the Indiana University School of Medicine. The role involves providing high-quality ophthalmic services, participating in training for future ophthalmologists, and enjoying a good work-life balance. The position offers a base salary, productivity incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Benefits package provided by IU Health and IU School of Medicine.

Qualifications

• Fellowship trained in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus.
• Experience in evaluation and treatment of ROP required.
• Open to new graduates and experienced physicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric ophthalmologic services including ROP, strabismus, and glaucoma.
• Participate in ROP coverage for IUH facilities in the greater Indianapolis region.
• Enjoy a great work-life balance with M-F schedule.

Skills

Pediatric Ophthalmology

Strabismus

ROP evaluation and treatment

Education

Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology

Board certification or eligibility in Ophthalmology

Job description

Riley Hospital for Children is a place of hope and healing for children and their families. As Indiana’s only comprehensive children’s hospital, we provide compassionate inpatient and outpatient care to more than 300,000 children each year. Additionally, our relationship with Indiana University Health and our affiliation with the Indiana University School of Medicine mean that we always have the most up-to-date research and innovative therapies close at hand.

Riley Hospital, with pediatric specialists in every field of medicine and surgery, offers one of the nation's largest outpatient care facilities for children, the world's largest pediatric sleep disorders center, and one of the nation's largest three autism treatment centers. Here, the youngest patients are treated in an environment of excellence.

Riley Hospital is ranked among the nation's top children's hospitals by Child magazine and is Indiana's top and only nationally ranked children's hospital by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Riley Hospital has been nationally ranked in 11 of 11 pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report, including two specialties in the top ten. Today, Riley Hospital is the 6th largest children's hospital in the country and is staffed by IU School of Medicine physicians.

The Riley Children's Foundation is committed to improving the health and well-being of children through philanthropic leadership in support of Riley Hospital and its research programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other employment benefits. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Indiana University Health, Indiana University Health Physicians, and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.

Job Description

Indiana University Health Physicians has a new employment opportunity for a Pediatric Ophthalmologist in Indianapolis. This role holds a faculty position with the Indiana University School of Medicine. The Department of Ophthalmology is an established leader with years of experience treating and managing eye conditions. Our faculty includes 8 MDs and 4 ODs for the pediatric ophthalmology group, committed to training future ophthalmologists and advancing treatments and prevention of eye diseases through research. IUHP's partnership with the IU School of Medicine means you’ll have a direct impact on our residency program, which has trained nearly half of the ophthalmologists in the state.

Opportunity Details:

• Provide comprehensive, high-quality pediatric ophthalmologic services including, but not limited to, ROP, strabismus, glaucoma, cataract, and oculoplastic
• Participate in ROP coverage for IUH facilities and partner systems in the greater Indianapolis metro region
• See a diverse pediatric population and adult strabismus cases, with volume around 120-150 per week
• Enjoy a great work-life balance, working M-F 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with shared call
• 95% outpatient coverage
• Faculty appointment with the Indiana University School of Medicine includes clinical education, supervision, and research opportunities
• Base salary with a 24-month income guarantee and productivity incentives
• Benefits package provided by both IU Health and IU School of Medicine

Qualifications:

• Fellowship trained in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
• Experience in evaluation and treatment of ROP required
• Board eligible/certified in Ophthalmology
• Open to new graduates and experienced physicians
• Licensed or eligible for medical licensure in Indiana

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