Glaucoma Specialist
About the role
Penn State Health Eye Center is seeking a motivated and passionate Glaucoma Specialist to join their team. The position involves working in a well-established practice in Hershey, PA, with an increasing demand for high-quality ophthalmologic care.
Department Overview
The Department of Ophthalmology at Penn State Health Eye Center is part of Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine. It focuses on patient care, education, research, and community outreach. With a full spectrum of care for various eye conditions, including pediatric eye care, the department uses the latest approaches to diagnose and treat eye and vision problems.
What we're offering
- Competitive salary and generous benefits
- Sign-on bonus
- Participation in resident and medical student education
- An extraordinary program with a national reputation for teaching, research, and state-of-the-art patient care
- Interaction with dynamic clinicians across departments and participation in innovative educational approaches
- Academic rank commensurate with experience
What we're seeking
- MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
- Completion of accredited ophthalmology residency training program
- Ability to acquire a license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania
- Board Eligible/Board Certified in ophthalmology
- Fellowship training in Glaucoma preferred but not required
- Must be able to obtain valid federal and state narcotics certificates
What the Area Offers
Central PA is rich in history and offers a diverse culture. Local neighborhoods provide a reasonable cost of living, whether you prefer a suburban setting or a thriving city with theater, arts, and culture. Nearby mountains offer various ski slopes and the Appalachian Trail, while rivers nearby provide opportunities for outdoor activities year-round. The area is conveniently located near major cities like Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, NYC, Baltimore, and Washington DC, making it an attractive place to live and work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.