University of Minnesota Physicians
Physician and Division Director of Ophthalmology Cornea Service
University of Minnesota Physicians, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Physician and Division Director of Ophthalmology Cornea Service
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Overview The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences is seeking a full‑time, board‑certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in Cornea and External Disease and Refractive Surgery to serve as the Division Director for our Cornea service. This position offers an exciting opportunity to expand a refractive surgery practice and lead the cornea division within our dynamic and comprehensive ophthalmology department. Our team includes over 40 faculty members across all ophthalmology subspecialties, with the cornea section featuring both a clinician‑scientist and a cornea specialist.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive ophthalmic care to patients with a range of eye diseases, infections, trauma, and other conditions.
Offer outpatient and inpatient consultations.
Conduct eye exams, perform eye surgeries and treatments.
Educate medical students, residents, and fellows.
Lead clinical research and quality improvement initiatives.
Manage related administrative duties within the division, department, and hospital.
Qualifications
M.D. degree; graduate of accredited ACGME Ophthalmology residency and a one‑year Cornea and External Disease and Refractive Surgery fellowship.
Board eligible/certified with the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Licensed or ability to obtain Minnesota Board of Medical Practice licensure.
Ability to maintain DEA certification in Minnesota.
Ability to meet threshold criteria/qualifications for credentialing and privileges.
Experience or interest in clinical research and other scholarly activities.
About the Department The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences is dedicated to teaching, research, service, and delivering exceptional clinical care. Its core academic missions are to educate medical students, post‑M.D. trainees (residents and fellows), and students in allied health programs, while advancing knowledge in ophthalmology through both basic scientific and clinical research.
Dr. Silvia Orengo‑Nania recently joined the program as Department Head and is focused on expanding the faculty and advancing the department in teaching, research, innovation, and excellence in eye care.
Lions Gift Of Sight The partnership between the Lions, the Minnesota Lions Vision Foundation, and the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Neurosciences began in 1960 with the creation of Lions Gift of Sight. This full‑service eye bank is focused on providing donor eye tissue for transplants, research, and education, while promoting organ donation through awareness efforts. Lions Gift of Sight has restored vision to over 43,000 people by supplying corneal tissue for transplantation, making it one of the largest and most successful eye banks globally.
Pay and Benefits Base salary range: $249,647 – $492,450 (cFTE), commensurate with experience, qualifications, and cFTE. Clinical salary is provided through M Physicians and the university compensation depends on academic effort.
Substantial 401K employer contribution.
Well‑being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.
Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees.
Malpractice insurance coverage.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Additional comprehensive benefits from the university, including low‑cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and more.
Additional Requirements An application for the academic component of this position should be submitted through the University’s employment site: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/361156
M Health and Clinical Partnerships Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership brings together University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center, and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients while supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.
University of Minnesota The University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The University Medical School is a world‑class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine.
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Greater Minneapolis – St. Paul Metropolitan Area
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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Physician and Division Director of Ophthalmology Cornea Service
role at
University of Minnesota Physicians
Overview The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences is seeking a full‑time, board‑certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in Cornea and External Disease and Refractive Surgery to serve as the Division Director for our Cornea service. This position offers an exciting opportunity to expand a refractive surgery practice and lead the cornea division within our dynamic and comprehensive ophthalmology department. Our team includes over 40 faculty members across all ophthalmology subspecialties, with the cornea section featuring both a clinician‑scientist and a cornea specialist.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive ophthalmic care to patients with a range of eye diseases, infections, trauma, and other conditions.
Offer outpatient and inpatient consultations.
Conduct eye exams, perform eye surgeries and treatments.
Educate medical students, residents, and fellows.
Lead clinical research and quality improvement initiatives.
Manage related administrative duties within the division, department, and hospital.
Qualifications
M.D. degree; graduate of accredited ACGME Ophthalmology residency and a one‑year Cornea and External Disease and Refractive Surgery fellowship.
Board eligible/certified with the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Licensed or ability to obtain Minnesota Board of Medical Practice licensure.
Ability to maintain DEA certification in Minnesota.
Ability to meet threshold criteria/qualifications for credentialing and privileges.
Experience or interest in clinical research and other scholarly activities.
About the Department The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences is dedicated to teaching, research, service, and delivering exceptional clinical care. Its core academic missions are to educate medical students, post‑M.D. trainees (residents and fellows), and students in allied health programs, while advancing knowledge in ophthalmology through both basic scientific and clinical research.
Dr. Silvia Orengo‑Nania recently joined the program as Department Head and is focused on expanding the faculty and advancing the department in teaching, research, innovation, and excellence in eye care.
Lions Gift Of Sight The partnership between the Lions, the Minnesota Lions Vision Foundation, and the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Neurosciences began in 1960 with the creation of Lions Gift of Sight. This full‑service eye bank is focused on providing donor eye tissue for transplants, research, and education, while promoting organ donation through awareness efforts. Lions Gift of Sight has restored vision to over 43,000 people by supplying corneal tissue for transplantation, making it one of the largest and most successful eye banks globally.
Pay and Benefits Base salary range: $249,647 – $492,450 (cFTE), commensurate with experience, qualifications, and cFTE. Clinical salary is provided through M Physicians and the university compensation depends on academic effort.
Substantial 401K employer contribution.
Well‑being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.
Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees.
Malpractice insurance coverage.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Additional comprehensive benefits from the university, including low‑cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and more.
Additional Requirements An application for the academic component of this position should be submitted through the University’s employment site: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/361156
M Health and Clinical Partnerships Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership brings together University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center, and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients while supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.
University of Minnesota The University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The University Medical School is a world‑class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine.
Community Information
Explore Minnesota
Greater Minneapolis – St. Paul Metropolitan Area
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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