Asst/Assoc/Full Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Pediatrics

About the role

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences’ mission is to excel in the areas of patient care, physician education, and clinical research. We accomplish this mission with a variety of fellowship trained subspecialties unmatched in our region working with optometrist, comprehensive ophthalmologist as well as clinical researchers. The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences provides informed and compassionate care for a variety of vision and eye conditions, including adult and pediatric retina, glaucoma, cataracts, cornea, neuro-ophthalmology, pediatric ophthalmology, external eye diseases, and emergency services. Additionally we offer high quality and personalized LASIK and refractive surgery, as well as a full range of optometry services including contact lenses and eyeglasses.

Responsibilities

• Conduct exams, diagnose and treat eye disorders and track progress.
• Educate children and parents on eye health and preventive care.
• Perform pediatric ophthalmology surgical procedures to correct congenital, developmental or traumatic eye conditions.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including multidisciplinary teams, to manage eye-related issues in children.
• Prepares and completes timely and accurate documentation for medical records.
• Participates in the training and education of learners including medical students and residents.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or Foreign Medical Equivalent Degree.
• Completion of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 3.
• Completion of an Ophthalmology Residency.
• Completion of, or in the process of completing, a Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.