Physician: Neuro Ophthalmology

St. Luke's Health System; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Recruitment incentives

Excellent benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

St. Luke’s Health System in Boise, Idaho, is seeking a Neuro-Ophthalmologist to join our team as the second Neuro-Ophthalmologist in the state.

The role is primarily outpatient with inpatient and ED consultations as needed, offering a collaborative practice across ophthalmology, neurology, neurosurgery, and neuroradiology. You will work with a robust neuroscience service line, with opportunities in Pituitary/Anterior Skull Base and other subspecialties.

Qualifications

• MD/DO from accredited medical school
• BC/BE in Specialty
• Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of practice
• Current licenses with full prescriptive authority from the Federal DEA and Idaho Board of Pharmacy
• Eligibility to obtain Medical Staff Privileges with St. Luke’s Health System

Responsibilities

• Outpatient practice with inpatient and ED consultation on a selective basis
• Manage the full spectrum of neuro-ophthalmology disorders
• Collaborate with ophthalmology, neurology, neurosurgery, neurointervention and neuroradiology

Education

MD/DO from accredited medical school

BC/BE in Specialty

Job description

At St. Luke’s, we believe exceptional care begins with an environment that supports our clinicians—valuing their strengths, experiences, and perspectives to deliver outstanding, patient-centered care. We are currently seeking a Neuro-Ophthalmologist to join our team for an exciting new opportunity. The selected individual will be the second Neuro-Ophthalmologist to work in the state of Idaho, partnering with our neuroscience team serving our great community.

Specialty Collaboration: This is a highly collaborative position, including with ophthalmology, neurology, neurosurgery, neurointervention and neuroradiology. St. Luke's has a robust group of subspecialists, including vascular and cranial neurosurgery, vascular and neurohospi9talist neurology, neuroimmunology, headache neurology, epilepsy and neurophysiology, and neuromuscular neurology. St. Luke's ahs working relationships with several ophthalmology groups within the Boise community representing the full spectrum of ophthalmologic care. It is anticipated applicants will develop close working relationships with these groups.

Experience

• Fellowship training in neuro-ophthalmology is required, with residency training in either neurology or ophthalmology. Applicants currently in training are encouraged to apply.

Practice Setting

• This is for an outpatient position but with the need for inpatient and emergency department consultation on a selective basis. Applicants can expect to manage the full spectrum of neuro-ophthalmology disorders, as well as the option of other disorders within their respective residency training (ophthalmology or neurology).

Highlights

• Immediate access to referrals from the largest health system in Idaho with robust primary care, neurology, and neurosurgery programs
• Opportunity to be a part of a high-level neuroscience service line, with interest and expertise in subspecialties dependent on neuro-ophthalmology, including Pituitary/Anterior Skull Base, Lateral Skull Base, Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, and Brain Tumor
• Great work/life balance with 4 day a week work schedule
• Dedicated support staff
• Competitive salary with potential quality incentives
• Generous recruitment incentives
• Hospital employed with great benefits, retirement, malpractice, vacation and CME allowance

Why Providers Choose St. Luke’s

More than sixty specialties converge here, including Idaho’s only Children’s Hospital. Physicians benefit from modern operating suites, advanced technology, and integrated support through technology – enabling them to spend more time on meaningful patient care and less on administrative burdens.

But inside St. Luke’s, the standout feature isn’t equipment or facilities—it’s the culture.

We believe exceptional care begins with an environment that supports our clinicians. Nationally recognized by the American Medical Association's Joy in Medicine program for reducing burnout and boosting clinician well-being, St. Luke’s leads in team collaboration, professional growth, and shared decision-making.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: MD/DO from accredited medical school
• BC/BE in Specialty
• Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of practice
• Current licenses with full prescriptive authority from the Federal DEA and Idaho Board of Pharmacy
• Eligibility to obtain Medical Staff Privileges with St. Luke’s Health System

*St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.

What's in it for you

At St. Luke’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

*Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.