West Virginia University Medical Corporation dba University Health Associates
Physician, Ophthalmology, Glaucoma
West Virginia University Medical Corporation dba University Health Associates, Evansdale, West Virginia, United States
Overview
West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department Ophthalmology seek a Glaucoma Specialist qualified for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank. The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, WV. The WVU Health System comprises 18 hospitals and includes five institutes: WVU Cancer Institute WVU Critical Care and Trauma Institute WVU Eye Institute WVU Heart and Vascular Institute WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute Whether you are caring for patients at rural critical access locations, community sites, or the academic medical center, we are all one WVU Health System. Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn and make a difference from day one. Duties
The successful candidate will practice in Ophthalmology with a focus on Glaucoma. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the candidate will be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. For appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank, an outstanding, extramurally supported research program is expected. Qualifications
Applicants must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible to obtain state medical license. Candidates must be board certified or eligible. For appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank, a demonstrated track-record of leadership, excellent communication skills, and publications in high-impact journals are required. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment. The Department of Ophthalmology comprises ten subspecialties: Comprehensive, Cornea, Glaucoma, Low Vision, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Ocular Oncology, Oculoplastic, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Retina and Uveitis with 21 faculty members including 5 focused on basic research. The department offers the only fellowship training programs and accredited residency program in the state. The residency program currently includes 10 residents (with plans to expand to 12). Fellowships are in oculoplastics, glaucoma, and retina. Facilities and Programs
Located in the WVU Eye Institute, the facility includes 43 examination rooms, testing and procedure rooms, a minor surgery room, an affiliated optical shop, four basic science labs, a dedicated ophthalmological surgery simulation lab, administrative and conference space, and a wellness center. The Eye Institute is the largest comprehensive ophthalmology department in the state. The Vision Research Center conducts vision science research with NEI grants and collaborative partnerships with WVU and other institutions. The department also has glaucoma research efforts in St. Lucia and other international activities. The WVU Department of Ophthalmology serves the health needs of citizens across the state, including indigent care at Health Right Clinic in Morgantown, the Children’s Vision Rehabilitation Program, and the Appalachian Vision Outreach Program. Pediatric eye care is supported through Kids Insight in collaboration with St. Lucia. The faculty, fellows and residents also serve the nearby Veterans Administration medical center. The department collaborates with Lions Clubs International Foundation and Lions Clubs across the state to support eye care services to those in need. WVU Medicine is the affiliated health system of West Virginia University, with over 1,000 active medical staff and 15,000 employees serving across the state and beyond. Morgantown is located about an hour south of Pittsburgh and three hours from Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD, offering a safe, family-friendly environment with a vibrant cultural scene. How to Apply and Contact
To learn more, visit http://www/hsc.wvu.edu/eye/ and apply online at www.wvumedicine.org/careers. For additional questions, please contact megan.core@wvumedicine.org. Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University & University Health Associates are AA/EO employers (Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran). UHA complies with all applicable fair employment practices laws. UHA prohibits discrimination and ensures equal opportunity in all terms and conditions of employment.
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West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department Ophthalmology seek a Glaucoma Specialist qualified for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank. The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, WV. The WVU Health System comprises 18 hospitals and includes five institutes: WVU Cancer Institute WVU Critical Care and Trauma Institute WVU Eye Institute WVU Heart and Vascular Institute WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute Whether you are caring for patients at rural critical access locations, community sites, or the academic medical center, we are all one WVU Health System. Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn and make a difference from day one. Duties
The successful candidate will practice in Ophthalmology with a focus on Glaucoma. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the candidate will be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. For appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank, an outstanding, extramurally supported research program is expected. Qualifications
Applicants must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible to obtain state medical license. Candidates must be board certified or eligible. For appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank, a demonstrated track-record of leadership, excellent communication skills, and publications in high-impact journals are required. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment. The Department of Ophthalmology comprises ten subspecialties: Comprehensive, Cornea, Glaucoma, Low Vision, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Ocular Oncology, Oculoplastic, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Retina and Uveitis with 21 faculty members including 5 focused on basic research. The department offers the only fellowship training programs and accredited residency program in the state. The residency program currently includes 10 residents (with plans to expand to 12). Fellowships are in oculoplastics, glaucoma, and retina. Facilities and Programs
Located in the WVU Eye Institute, the facility includes 43 examination rooms, testing and procedure rooms, a minor surgery room, an affiliated optical shop, four basic science labs, a dedicated ophthalmological surgery simulation lab, administrative and conference space, and a wellness center. The Eye Institute is the largest comprehensive ophthalmology department in the state. The Vision Research Center conducts vision science research with NEI grants and collaborative partnerships with WVU and other institutions. The department also has glaucoma research efforts in St. Lucia and other international activities. The WVU Department of Ophthalmology serves the health needs of citizens across the state, including indigent care at Health Right Clinic in Morgantown, the Children’s Vision Rehabilitation Program, and the Appalachian Vision Outreach Program. Pediatric eye care is supported through Kids Insight in collaboration with St. Lucia. The faculty, fellows and residents also serve the nearby Veterans Administration medical center. The department collaborates with Lions Clubs International Foundation and Lions Clubs across the state to support eye care services to those in need. WVU Medicine is the affiliated health system of West Virginia University, with over 1,000 active medical staff and 15,000 employees serving across the state and beyond. Morgantown is located about an hour south of Pittsburgh and three hours from Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD, offering a safe, family-friendly environment with a vibrant cultural scene. How to Apply and Contact
To learn more, visit http://www/hsc.wvu.edu/eye/ and apply online at www.wvumedicine.org/careers. For additional questions, please contact megan.core@wvumedicine.org. Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University & University Health Associates are AA/EO employers (Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran). UHA complies with all applicable fair employment practices laws. UHA prohibits discrimination and ensures equal opportunity in all terms and conditions of employment.
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