Neuro Ophthalmologist Opportunity in Sunny Long Beach

Neuro Ophthalmologist Opportunity in Sunny Long Beach

The Long Beach VA Healthcare System in sunny Long Beach, CA is seeking a part-time 25% Neuro Ophthalmologist to join our team. Seeking candidates with current experience to provide excellent patient care combined with teaching. A demonstrated interest in clinical investigation is preferred. Providing comprehensive clinical neuro-ophthalmology care and surgical adult strabismus care to our Veteran patients. Supervising ophthalmology residents in the neuro-ophthalmology clinic, short procedure room, laser room and the operating room. Providing diagnostic and therapeutic services in inpatient and outpatient settings, ordering diagnostic studies and procedures, and perform surgical and non-surgical neuro-ophthalmology ophthalmology procedures. Assessing and examining patients to diagnosis and develop treatment plans. Collaborating with other physician specialists and medical staff in overall treatment of patient medical conditions. Managing medical disorders affecting vision, such as inflammatory, vascular, neurological and genetic disorders, thyroid eye disease, diabetes and strokes. Contributes to departmental educational programs including training of residents, fellows and medical students. Communicating with patients and family members educating then to understand their medical condition.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

• Full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State.
• Board Eligibility/Certification in Neuro Ophthalmology
• 10 years of current experience is preferred, but not required.
• Must be highly motivated, team-oriented, and committed to the care and good
  health for our Veterans.
• Predictable work schedules and a focus on quality rather than volume.
  
  

We offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Annual performance bonus up to an additional $15K per year for full time position (25% position with up to $3750 per year)
• Malpractice: Liability protection with tail coverage provided
• 1 hour of vacation for each 5 hours worked; 0.5 hour of sick time per 5 hours worked w/unlimited carry over; 10 paid holidays if that lands on your working day
• Federal Retirement Plan
• Separate 401K with partial agency match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

If interested, please e-mail your CV to Kendra.Wilson-Hudson@va.gov or call (281) 928-4995

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