Per-Diem Ophthalmologist

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive ophthalmologic evaluations and treatments for residents and patients in skilled nursing and long-term acute care settings.
• Diagnose and manage ocular diseases, including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, macular degeneration, and ocular surface disease.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary medical, nursing, and rehabilitation teams to ensure holistic, patient-centered care.
• Provide consultative ophthalmology services for patients with complex medical and visual needs.

Requirements

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Ophthalmology (within 5 years post-residency).
• New York State medical license required.
• Experience in geriatrics, complex medical populations, or hospital-based ophthalmology strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered care.

Pay

Salary Range: $175 per hour

Benefits

NYC Health + Hospitals/Coler and Henry J. Carter Specialty Hospital, affiliates of NYU Grossman School of Medicine, offer competitive benefits packages that include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.