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Summary

The Cincinnati, OH VA Medical Center is seeking an Ophthalmologist to join our team. Here, you can work at the only free-standing Eye Center in the VA system with state-of-the-art equipment and an outstanding team of certified ophthalmic technicians.

We have an excellent partnership with our Optometric colleagues, as well as our academic affiliates whose residents we train. If you are interested in a career providing integrated patient-centered care to Veterans, apply to be part of the Team

Duties

The VA has been named one of the Top 5 Best Places to Work in the federal government.

Cincinnati is a family friendly, affordable, metropolitan city with great parks, fine arts, and food scene.

With both an urban energy and southern charm, the Cincinnati region has a vibrant and unique culture that flows from the Ohio River to the things to do, landmarks and events all around town. With rich cultural offerings, award-winning family adventures, an ever-expanding art scene, a foodie's paradise, and breweries galore, this is one picturesque river region with much to explore With major league sports, big-city arts, fun festivals and award-winning attractions, it can be hard to decide what to do in our dynamic river region

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Available to well-qualified candidates

Relocation Incentive: Available for well-qualified current employees of the VHA

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)

Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

The Ophthalmology provider serves as a practicing provider who is responsible for the overall management of Ophthalmology patients at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center. The ophthalmologist is responsible for administrative tasks associated with clinical and surgical operations, provides leadership and direction to support staff and works closely with, and under authorization of the supervising physician.

SCOPE OF DUTIES:

The Ophthalmologist shall be proficient within privileged scope of practice.

Specifically, the ophthalmologist should possess the expertise and competency to perform the following:

• Primarily responsible for providing Ophthalmology care to veterans both clinically and surgically
• Responsible for resident supervision per VA guidelines
• Responsible for staffing Ophthalmology clinics
• Attendance at staff meetings and participation on committees assigned
• Responsible for providing continuing education to technician staff
• Responsible for timely medical records, including computer order/entry
• Supports Chief of Ophthalmology in obtaining Performance Measures
• Responsible for completing all VA mandatory and assigned educational trainings

The ophthalmologist is a licensed independent practitioner that practices based on their specific approved privileges and guidance derived from VHA, Medical Center and Service Directives / Memorandums. Ophthalmology providers are assigned a supervisory practitioner within the scope of their privileges and credentials.

Work Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm

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