Combined General And Pediatric Ophthalmologist – Cooperstown, Ny

Overview:

Bassett Healthcare Network, a progressive, academic health system in central New York, major teaching affiliate of Columbia University, is seeking a general ophthalmologist with fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology.

Description:

Bassett Healthcare Network is an integrated health care system that provides care and service to people living in an eight county region covering 5,600 square miles in Central New York. The organization includes five corporately affiliated hospitals, as well as skilled nursing facilities, community and school- based health centers, and health partners in related fields.

The Cooperstown area is a vibrant, diverse, and sophisticated upstate community set in a bucolic lake front village affording four seasons of culture and outdoor activity. An unparalleled and well-appointed community sport center is a unique social center for the community and schools.

Job Description & Responsibilities:

· Join an established group of 6 ophthalmologist and 3 optometrists. The current Pediatric Ophthalmologist is planning to retire and has a Combined General/pediatric practice. A brand-new eye clinic is being constructed and is expected to open in early 2025

· Current need is for a general ophthalmologist who can perform both cataract and Pediatric eye surgeries.

· Current group has pediatric, retina and glaucoma specialists

· Support staff consists of ophthalmic technicians, LPN’s, and RN’s and are well trained

· On call is every 6th weekend, from Cooperstown, and rarely busy

· Outreach clinics are attended by all ophthalmologists but are limited to only one location each

· There is no NICU coverage required

· Referral patterns to tertiary care ophthalmologists are well established.

· Salary Range: $209,810 - $442,308 plus performance-based compensation. This compensation range represents Bassett Healthcare’s good faith belief of the compensation range at the time of this posting or advertisement. Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards

· Sign-on Bonus up to $100,000

· Group Employed Model

Job Qualifications

· MD, DO or MBBS

· Board Eligible or Board Certified

· Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology

· NYS Licensure

· BLS Certification Required

· DEA Required

Benefits

· Medical, dental and vision insurance

· Paid time off, including vacations and holidays

· Life insurance and disability protection

· Paid malpractice

· Retirement plan

· CME time and money

· Moving allowance

For confidential consideration, please contact:

Amy Johnson, Senior Physician Recruiter

Phone: 607-547-6982; Email: amy.johnson@bassett.org

or visit our web site at www.experiencebassett.org

Bassett Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.