Vitreoretinal Surgery Director — Visionary Leader

Pratt Ophthalmology Associates, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 318,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed base salary

Substantial retirement plans (401A/403

CME funds and time away

Generous vacation and holiday policy

Job summary

The Tufts Medicine Department of Ophthalmology seeks a Director of Vitreoretinal Diseases & Surgery for the New England Eye Center. The role requires leadership over outpatient and surgical services, faculty mentorship, and education of residents and fellows.

Ideal candidates have an MD in Ophthalmology with vitreoretinal fellowship training, board certification, and proven leadership ability. The position offers academic rank and opportunities for clinical research within a renowned eye care

Qualifications

• Medical doctor with approved residency in Ophthalmology and Vitreoretinal Diseases & Surgery fellowship.
• Board certification in Ophthalmology.
• Respected physician in good standing with outstanding professional credibility.
• Experience directing and managing a group of individuals.
• Demonstrates teamwork and collaborative problem-solving using an analytical approach.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to provide leadership to learners, physicians, and other health care professionals.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of divisional operations to facilitate a robust outpatient clinical and surgical practice.
• Oversight of Retina faculty, providing mentorship and career development guidance.
• Commitment to resident and fellow education.
• Commitment to basic or clinical science research.
• Oversight of the subspecialty call schedule, holiday/meeting coverage, and subspecialty consultation service.
• Accountability for clinical and surgical performance with routine review of metrics and improvements.
• When necessary, proctoring and/or monitoring of a physician's performance.
• Patient safety and quality assurance of clinical services with improvement measures when needed.
• Monitoring and enhancement of patient satisfaction scores for the division.
• Investigation of patient relations concerns with Chair and Administrative Director.
• Compliance with medical center and regulatory requirements with clinical manager and nursing leads.
• Partnership with the Chair and Development office to foster philanthropic opportunities.
• Represent Department on medical center and school of medicine committees as designated by the Chair.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Mentorship/education leadership

Education

MD Ophthalmology residency + vitreoretinal fellowship

Board certification in Ophthalmology

Job description

The Tufts Medicine Department of Ophthalmology seeks a Director of Vitreoretinal Diseases & Surgery for the New England Eye Center. The role requires leadership over outpatient and surgical services, faculty mentorship, and education of residents and fellows.

Ideal candidates have an MD in Ophthalmology with vitreoretinal fellowship training, board certification, and proven leadership ability. The position offers academic rank and opportunities for clinical research within a renowned eye care