Ophthalmologist opening in northern Maine

OverviewHealthcare system seeks BC/BE Ophthalmologist to join team in northern Maine. Unlimited potential exists for physicians to join our practice as we expand our health centers to serve additional patients and communities. The communities we serve are economically, culturally, and socially inviting.Our clinical staff is fully engaged in quality improvement, earning multiple blue ribbons from the Maine Health Alliance. We are a designated preferred provider for State of Maine employees, and have been recognized by Anthem Blue Cross / Blue Shield as a preferred provider based on the demonstrated quality of care provided to our patients. For over 38 years the system has provided care to a service area population numbering about 35,000 people. Its has a dedicated, volunteer Board of Directors and a strong, supportive relationship with the Medical Center. It has received recognition as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). PCMH is a comprehensive, coordinated team-based approach that enables patients to take an active role in their health status and decision making. This innovative model puts patients at the center of care as their primary care practitioner leads an interdisciplinary team of health care professionals to treat all aspects of the patient’s health. NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition raises the bar in defining high-quality care by emphasizing access, health information technology, and coordinated care focused on patients.ResponsibilitiesOphthalmologist duties are to be determined by the practice, but the role involves providing ophthalmology care as part of our team. (Note: specific responsibilities are not enumerated in the original description.)QualificationsBC/BE Ophthalmologist.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive salaryGenerous health and welfare benefits packageProfessional liability insuranceRelocation assistanceLicensing, DEA registration, and medical education loan repayment (if applicable).Physicians also receive an annual allowance for professional society memberships, subscriptions (print and online), and Continuing Medical Education.All of our primary care health centers are approved for participation in the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayer program.Visa candidates welcome. Immigration assistance provided by expert legal counsel is provided at the expense of the practice for candidates needing a J-1 waiver, H-1B visa or permanent resident (green) card.About the AreaLocated in is the most northeastern city within the United States and has a population of approximately 9,000 people. This dynamic community is economically, culturally, and socially inviting. It promotes and aggressively pursues innovative business and economic development, and welcomes, supports and responds to the diversity of new people and new ideas. It prides itself on the high quality of its public school system, extremely low crime rate and family-oriented community activities.Family ties are strong, self-respect and respect for others is instilled, trust and courtesy are a way of life, and the pace of life is consistent with these ideals. This community celebrates the values and lessons of a multi-cultural heritage that serves as its strength and foundation in a progressive, modern world. It offers an outstanding environment in which to raise a family. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets on nearby lakes. The ocean is within easy travel distance.Aroostook County provides great hunting and fishing, as well as a multitude of outdoor activities, including camping, biking, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, snowmobiling and downhill and cross-country skiing. The Maine Winter Sports Center was developed as a premier cross-country skiing venue. The Center has hosted several World Cup, Paralympics and Biathlon World Cup events since 2004. Rural northern Maine enjoys a four-season environment, abundant opportunities for relaxed living, welcoming friendly communities, and a variety of recreational pursuits within minutes (rather than the typical hours). A regional airport is available in nearby Presque Isle.ApplyAPPLY NOW or TEXT Job #EC231457 and email address to 636 - 628 - 2412.Search all of our provider opportunities here: brittmedical DOT com #J-18808-Ljbffr