Medical Retina Ophthalmologist

About the role

Join an established Ophthalmology practice at Baylor Scott & White Medical to provide care to patients in the community. Option available to also perform Cataract Surgery. Team includes: 13 Ophthalmologists (including two Vitreo-Retinal Surgeons), 6 Optometrists, Busy schedules Monday-Friday; dedicated time for clinic, procedures, and laser, Possible bi-weekly time at satellite clinic (22 mile distance), Participate in education with a well-established Ophthalmology Residency Program as well as medical students through Baylor College of Medicine, Call: 4 weeks per year, Employed position with a comprehensive benefit package, Epic EMR system with Kaleidoscope for Eyes; Zeiss Forum for image management.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye care services to patients
• Perform cataract surgery when applicable
• Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team
• Contribute to medical education and training

Requirements

Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board. Where Applicable- Employee shall be currently board certified in his or her specialty or demonstrate active pursuit of board certification as defined by the appropriate specialty board of the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialist.

Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree in Medicine
• Board Certification in Ophthalmology

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, strong surgical skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, proficiency with medical software systems.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Pay

Details TBA

Schedule

4 weeks per year call

Baylor Scott & White Health

Baylor Scott & White Health is a large not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas. It includes 48 hospitals, more than 1,000 access points, 9,600 active physicians, and 48,000 employees. The hospital has 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs that include specialties in emergency medicine and radiology and offers a well-established and respected chaplain resident program.

About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple is a 574-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital with a Level I Trauma designation. In 2018, the hospital was ranked as one of the top 100 hospitals and one of the top 15 teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. The hospital has 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs that include specialties in emergency medicine and radiology and offers a well-established and respected chaplain resident program.

About the Community

Served by four independent school districts and nationally recognized Temple College, the community places a high priority on education. Dubbed the “Wildflower Capital of Texas,” Temple lies along the famous Texas Wildflower Trail and is the demographic center of the state, with convenient access to major cities including Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.