Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty Appointment (CFA) - Head & Neck Surgery

About the role

The Section of Ophthalmology, Department of Head and Neck Surgery at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center seeks candidates for an assistant professor position in the clinical faculty track with a focus in cornea, anterior surface disorders and dry eye. Candidates must be board eligible or board certified in ophthalmology, and must have completed a fellowship in cornea, and/or have equivalent experience. Candidates must be eligible for licensure in the State of Texas.

Patients with ophthalmic and systemic malignancies will form the core of this patient population. There will be ample opportunities for clinical research in a multi-disciplinary environment. Responsibilities will also include teaching of residents and fellows.

Responsibilities

• Practices ophthalmology in an exemplary manner upholding standards set forth by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology, properly balanced with other academic activities.
• Identifies and solves problems related to job responsibilities utilizing knowledge and experience.
• Communicates (verbal and written) and relates well to others at the medical, professional, technical, and administrative levels.
• Provides physician staffing for the outpatient ophthalmology clinic and the inpatient service at a level commensurate with what would be provided by other ophthalmologists with the same level of training and experience.
• Reviews, evaluates, and correctly interprets medical records and patient data based on previous training, experience, and knowledge.
• Fills out proper ICD and CPT coding on the clinic charge cards within 24 hours.
• Completes patient documentation for medical records using standards set forth and within time frames provided by institutional policy. This will require dictating in a clear and concise manner, and review of documents.
• Corresponds as appropriate in writing or in telephone conversations with referring physicians or with other physicians involved with the management of the patient's disease regarding patient care and treatment.
• Keeps abreast of current approaches in the management of patients through attendance at continuing education conferences in the specialty. This will require listening to and assimilating information from the conferences.
• Requests appropriate medical consultations for patients by phone conversations or in writing to other physicians.
• Provides a role model in ophthalmology, as a practitioner for faculty, fellows, residents, and other trainees rotating on the service.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical school with a degree or an equivalent of an M.D.
• Completed a residency training program in ophthalmology and be board certified or board eligible.
• Two years experience as Instructor or five years post degree with any combination of time as a:
• Licensure: Must possess a valid and active Texas Medical license to practice medicine in the State of Texas.

Benefits

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.