Physician – Ophthalmologist Position in Stockton, CA!

MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 298,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Department of Veterans Affairs as an Ophthalmologist in Stockton, CA, where you will manage eye conditions and lead the clinic with an emphasis on patient care and oversight. Enjoy a competitive salary and extensive benefits including paid time off, insurance plans, and retirement options, while contributing to the well-being of our veterans.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual increases

Extensive paid time off (50-55 days per year)

Education Debt Reduction Program

CME reimbursement up to $1,000 per year

Flexible work schedule

Federal health, vision, dental, and life insurance

Retirement plans including pension and 401K

Free malpractice liability insurance

Qualifications

• Must have a full and unrestricted medical license.
• Experience in managing eye conditions and performing various eye surgeries.
• Ability to supervise residents and manage clinic operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and treat a variety of eye conditions.
• Oversee operations of the Ophthalmology clinic.
• Ensure Joint Commission readiness.

Skills

Cataract Surgery

Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment

Glaucoma Treatment

Macular Degeneration Treatment

Supervision of Residents

Patient Management

Education

Unrestricted license from any US State or territory

Job description

Job Description

Join our Team at the Department of Veterans Affairs Community Based Outpatient Clinic, Stockton, CAas a Physician – Ophthalmologist!

As the Ophthalmologist at our facility, you will manage eye conditions including cataract, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Treatments include, but are not limited to: cataract surgery, diabetic retinopathy laser therapy, glaucoma treatment, and macular degeneration injections. Administrative duties are general oversight of the operations of the Ophthalmology Clinic including but not limited to provide providing efficient patient management, supervision of Ophthalmology residents and other administrative activity. Physicians are expected to maintain Joint Commission readiness.

Benefits and Features

• Expected Salary range from $298K to 335K (negotiable based on candidate's qualifications, credentials and experience).

• Work Schedule: M-F 8:00am to 4:30pm. Also, an occasional Saturday clinic or a weekday extended hour clinic; however, subject to change, depending on the needs of the service/medical center.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment):
• Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases.
• Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME).
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
• Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).
• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
• CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification).
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.

We encourage you to consider VA employment in Stockton, CA. We offer both a mission you can put your heart into and a home for fun, new experiences. Join a team that values a healthy home/work life balance and be rewarded by your role in keeping the promise to those who served.