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Physician-Ophthalmology/Retina- Elmhurst Queens
We are seeking a physician trained in ophthalmology with subspecialty training in medical and/or surgical retina 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.
Responsibilities:
- Review patient medical history, reports and examination results.
- Perform retinal examination, and order/interpret tests (OCT, photos, fluorescein angiograms, and other tests as appropriate).
- Evaluate, diagnose, and provide appropriate treatment and patient care for a wide variety of vitro-retinal conditions.
- Treat retinal diseases, such as diabetic retinopathy, vascular occlusions, and macular degeneration.
- Perform office-based procedures, including:
- Intravitreal injections.
- Focal and pan-retinal photocoagulation.
- Laser of retinal tears.
- Surgical retinal specialists will also perform weekly outpatient surgical procedures including:
- Pars plana vitrectomy.
- Scleral buckling.
- Epiretinal membrane peeling.
- Macular hole repair.
- Prescribe medications and formulate ongoing treatment and disease management plans.
- Recommend suitable management for the patient, including but not limited to, preventive health recommendations and habits.
- Collaborate with primary care providers and internal and external optometrists and ophthalmologists, including internal virtual consults.
- Provide relationship-centered care, taking into account the patient’s psychosocial and physical needs.
- 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.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Seeking both experienced – 2 years or above, and newly trained retina fellows.
- Ability to treat and diagnose a wide variety of vitro-retinal 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.
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 medical or medical-surgical retina fellowship, preferably one registered with AUPO-FCC.
- 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) (Required) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) strongly preferred.
- Must possess strong communication skills both oral and written.
- Comfortable with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and Microsoft Office.
Additional Information:
- Requisition ID: 1000002102
- Hiring Range: $350,000-$450,000
EEOC Statement
We are committed to leveraging the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our workforce to create opportunities for our people and our business. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or related condition, marital status, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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