Ophthalmologist / Glaucoma Specialist Physician

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Ophthalmology and Glaucoma care to VA patients
• Perform clinical evaluations, surgical care, consults, and follow-ups
• Carry out bedside consults for non-ambulatory patients
• Manage walk-in and scheduled appointments
• Complete procedures within 30 days of consult date
• Provide discharge education and follow-up instructions
• Communicate test results per VHA Directive 1088
• Follow all VA medication policies (no sample meds)
• Perform full range of clinical Ophthalmology and oculoplastic procedures
• Maintain presence in clinic/OR at the scheduled start time
• Participate in quality improvement meetings
• Attend staff meetings (monthly, ~30 minutes)
• Complete QM/PI documentation (procedures, complications, outcomes)
• Report patient safety incidents within 24 hours
• Ensure complete and timely documentation in the EHR
• Provide after-hours phone consultation
• Provide on-site coverage as required

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology (ABO)
• Active, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency
• Fellowship completion if performing subspecialty care (e.g., Glaucoma)