Ophthalmologist

Please note that this role is not for a position at Ora, Inc. This role is for a position at the company Andover Eye Associates, which is a close working partner of Ora, Inc.

Position Title: Ophthalmologist

Location: Andover, Massachusetts

Andover Eye Associates:

Founded by Dr. Mark Abelson over 45 years ago, Andover Eye Associates has provided the most trusted eye care in the Merrimack Valley. Our accomplished specialists combine the close attention of a local eye care practice with the leading-edge eye care standards of the world's top ophthalmic research centers. Our independent physicians provide unparalleled patient care. Andover Eye is your link to a world-class cadre of ophthalmic sub-specialists who are experts in cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye, and macular degeneration. We will direct you to the most appropriate sub-specialist based on your individual diagnosis, ensuring that you receive the best possible care for your condition.

The Role:

Andover Eye is seeking a talented, energetic, and highly engaged Ophthalmologist who will be responsible for providing exceptional eye care to patients of all ages, diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions, and performing various surgical procedures in addition to performing clinical research.

This position is based in the greater Merrimack Valley area and offers an opportunity to see clinical patients as part of a multi-subspecialty practice.

What You'll Do:

• Perform comprehensive eye exams and surgery while providing an accurate diagnoses of various eye conditions, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
• Diagnosing and treating eye diseases and injuries.
• Collaborate with optometrists and ophthalmic technicians to provide comprehensive eye care.
• Create treatment plans and coordinate ocular health care during patient consultations.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Learn to be an investigator on many studies per year in the largest clinical research site in the US.
• Focused work on both the patient and clinical research side.
• Provide and maintain updated study related documentation as required by the clinical research trial to ensure data integrity.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.

What We Look For:

• Experience needed for the Role:
  • Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
  • Board certification in Ophthalmology.
  • Valid medical license to practice in the state of Massachusetts.
  • A background in Private Practice, Academia and Publications is highly recommended.
• Additional Skills and Attributes:
  • Passion to deliver relationship-driven, human-centered care.
  • Thoughtful, inquisitive, interest in evolving clinical methodology.
  • Ability to excel in a work environment with cross-functioning team members of nurses, technicians, optometrists, and clinical research professionals.
  • Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in the area of expertise.
  • Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
  • Ability to function independently in evaluating patient problems and developing a plan for patient care.
  • Ability to incorporate ethical concepts into patient care and discuss these with the patient, family, and other members of the health care team.
  • Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
  • Must be able to thrive in a high-volume practice.
  • Performing eye exams in Spanish is a plus.
  • Knowledge of the intricacies of vision plans preferred.
  • Knowledge of protocol design, sponsoring interface, clinical models, and metrics.
  • Maintain and deliver exceptional service to patients.

What We Offer:

• Well-Being: Offering comprehensive healthcare options in Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1.
• Time Off: Accrue up to 18 paid days off each year.
• Employee Assistance Program: No matter what issues you're facing, New Directions is here to help you and your family.
• Career Development Opportunities: Continued opportunities to grow and develop your career journey.  

Benefit Eligibility: Full-time employees of Andover Eye working a minimum of 30 hours per week.

We know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organization. People of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, disabled candidates and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Ora is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equal employment opportunity and fair, equitable compensation regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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