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Academic & Clinical Practice
A growing ophthalmology program is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible, fellowship-trained Cornea/External Disease specialist to join an expanding multi-specialty ophthalmology practice. Candidates with an interest in resident education and residency program development are encouraged to apply.
The practice is based at a tertiary referral medical center that manages a high volume of complex ophthalmic cases. The ophthalmology service is actively expanding across multiple subspecialties and benefits from a strong hospital-based referral network, as well as referrals from community optometrists and ophthalmologists in a region with limited subspecialty coverage.
The program has received ACGME approval to launch a new Ophthalmology residency, with the inaugural class scheduled to begin in summer 2026, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to program development from the ground up.
Opportunity Highlights- Hospital-employed position
- Hospital privileges at a tertiary medical center and affiliated ambulatory surgery center
- Position available due to program expansion
- Opportunity for academic appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
- Outpatient clinic located near the hospital with state-of-the-art equipment
- Responsibilities include clinical care, teaching of trainees, and rotating call coverage
- Opportunities for clinical and academic research
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including relocation assistance, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Medical malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Retirement plans with employer matching options
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability and life insurance
Additional incentives may be available for eligible candidates, including loan repayment assistance, sign-on bonus, income guarantees, and residency or fellowship commitment stipends.
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