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We are seeking a physician trained in ophthalmology with subspecialty training in medical and surgical glaucoma to join us in pursuit of high-quality patient care to provide ophthalmology services including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, coordination of care, preventive care and health maintenance.
The Ideal Candidate:
• One to three years of ophthalmology clinical experience in an outpatient setting.
• Ability to diagnose and treat the whole range of glaucoma and general eye conditions and improve patient outcomes.
• Demonstrate competency in diagnosis and treatment to assure high standards of patient care and safety are maintained.
• Patient-centered approach toward a positive patient experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Interest in population health management and value-based care.
Responsibilities:
• Diagnose and treat a wide variety of eye disorders with a concentration on glaucoma.
• Review patient histories, perform physical examinations, and order/interpret tests (visual field, OCT, biometry, etc.). Evaluate, diagnose, and provide appropriate treatment and patient care.
• Perform routine eye exams and treat eye diseases, such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and glaucoma.
• Perform office-based procedures and weekly outpatient surgical procedures, including:
o Laser iridotomies, capsulotomies, and selective laser trabeculoplasties.
o Slit lamp corneal foreign body removal, chalazia and excisional lid biopsies.
o Cataract/IOL surgery (premium IOLs optional)
o Trabeculectomy, tube shunt, and MIGS (Hydrus, Xen, iStent, Kahook, ECP, GATT, etc.)
• Recommend suitable management for the patient, including but not limited to, preventive health recommendations and habits.
• Prescribe medications and formulate ongoing treatment and disease management plans.
• Collaborate with primary care providers and internal and external optometrists and ophthalmologists.
• Provide relationship-centered care, taking into account the patient's psychosocial and physical needs.
• Collect and record patient information, such as medical histories, reports, and examination results. Maintain complete and accurate medical records.
• Communicate effectively with the clinical team to ensure total delivery of quality care.
• Participate in medical staff educational programs and meetings.
Qualifications:
• Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or foreign equivalent
• Completion of three year post graduate medical training from a U.S. accredited residency program in ophthalmology
• Completion of a surgical glaucoma fellowship, preferably one registered with AUPO-FCC
• Seeking both experienced - 2 years or above, and newly trained providers
• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Ophthalmology
• Must possess current, unrestricted New York State license or be eligible for licensure
• Must possess active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration or be eligible for registration
• Must possess active Medicare/Medicaid Enrollment or be eligible to enroll
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Required (Both strongly preferred)
• Must possess strong communication skills both oral and written
• Comfortable with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and Microsoft Office
