Ophthalmologist for Hospital Based Practice

Mary Washington Healthcare
United States, Virginia, Fredericksburg
Nov 15, 2024
Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team. Job Summary: Board-certified Ophthalmologist possessing a Virginia license with excellent clinical and surgical skills who is competent in comprehensive /general Ophthalmology. Responsible for comprehensive eye care with a focus on handling more complex surgical services. This candidate will also possess excellent communication skills, be committed to growing the practice and contribute to the existing healthy work environment for both the patients and staff. Job Description: Consults and treats referrals from other specialties such as Neurology and Rheumatology. Participate in hospital calls with 2 other ophthalmologists Perform examinations to determine the overall health of the patients' eyes looking for issues like glaucoma, cataracts, or other ocular conditions that impaired vision. Make a diagnosis and determine a treatment plan with the goal of correcting the issue. If a patient's diagnosis requires surgery, perform the necessary surgical procedure. Participates in Hospital calls. Perform surgical procedures, i.e., Cataract Surgery and other procedures related to injuries and disease of the eye and visual system. Perform a variety of laser procedures i.e., YAG and SLT Diagnose and treat medical disorders affecting vision, such as inflammatory, neurological and vascular conditions Diagnose or treat injuries, disorders, or diseases of the eye and eye structures including the cornea, sclera, conjunctiva, retinal, or eyelids. Also, handle some general ophthalmology with routine eye exam/vision plan Qualifications: Medical Degree Residency Program Internship Fellowship trained in Glaucoma Virginia State Medical License As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.