Ohio State University
Physician - Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Comprehensive Optom
Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43215
Physician - Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Comprehensive Optometrist with Dry-Eye Focus (Open Rank/Track Faculty)
The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek a comprehensive optometrist with a strong interest and expertise in dry eye care to join the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience. Position Overview The Havener Eye Institute at The Ohio State University is seeking a full-time Comprehensive Optometrist with a strong interest and expertise in dry eye care to join our growing clinical practice. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative academic environment focused on excellence in patient care, education, and innovation. Key responsibilities of the Comprehensive Optometrist will include providing comprehensive eye care for adult patients, including annual exams, ocular disease management, refractions, and same-day emergency care, as well as focusing on diagnosing and treating dry eye disease using advanced therapies. Additionally, the Comprehensive Optometrist will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance dry eye services. Lastly, there is no contact lens care required for this position. Department/Division Overview The Ohio State University prides itself in being one of the largest universities in the country. The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences has been established for over 100 years. The Havener Eye Institute has its primary location in the Eye and Ear Institute building near campus. We have newly constructed state-of-the art facilities that include on-site outpatient surgical centers. We strive to provide our patients with the highest quality of care with the latest surgical equipment and instrumentation. Duties and Responsibilities The Division Director and/or Department Chair is responsible for determining the work assignments. Each faculty member is expected to perform the full range of responsibilities in the areas of teaching, research/scholarship, and service. Clinical services are a component of your faculty responsibility, with or without the presence of a trainee. It is expected that the academic mission of the Department would be supported. In consultation with the Department Chair, there will be an opportunity to pursue research, quality improvement initiatives, curriculum development, and education initiatives, or other activities consistent with the faculty assignment. Faculty members are expected to teach, which may include clinical or didactic teaching and may involve medical students, residents, fellows, undergraduate and graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows. Service commitments will include service at the OSUWMC facilities and other clinical sites as assigned. Active participation in divisional, departmental, and college committee functions is expected. Participation in local, regional, or national professional organizations is also expected. Requirements and Preferred Qualifications Graduate of a United States accredited School of Optometry Passed all parts of the NBEO exam. Possess and maintain a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice optometry in the State of Ohio. Completed a residency in ocular disease or comprehensive care. Preferred qualifications Ability to demonstrate experience in managing dry eye disease. Training or certification in Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy and other advanced dry eye treatments is highly desirable. How to Apply To be considered, please submit your cover letter and Curriculum Vita. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Tyler Smith, Physician and Faculty Recruitment, tyler.smith@osumc.edu
The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek a comprehensive optometrist with a strong interest and expertise in dry eye care to join the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience. Position Overview The Havener Eye Institute at The Ohio State University is seeking a full-time Comprehensive Optometrist with a strong interest and expertise in dry eye care to join our growing clinical practice. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative academic environment focused on excellence in patient care, education, and innovation. Key responsibilities of the Comprehensive Optometrist will include providing comprehensive eye care for adult patients, including annual exams, ocular disease management, refractions, and same-day emergency care, as well as focusing on diagnosing and treating dry eye disease using advanced therapies. Additionally, the Comprehensive Optometrist will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance dry eye services. Lastly, there is no contact lens care required for this position. Department/Division Overview The Ohio State University prides itself in being one of the largest universities in the country. The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences has been established for over 100 years. The Havener Eye Institute has its primary location in the Eye and Ear Institute building near campus. We have newly constructed state-of-the art facilities that include on-site outpatient surgical centers. We strive to provide our patients with the highest quality of care with the latest surgical equipment and instrumentation. Duties and Responsibilities The Division Director and/or Department Chair is responsible for determining the work assignments. Each faculty member is expected to perform the full range of responsibilities in the areas of teaching, research/scholarship, and service. Clinical services are a component of your faculty responsibility, with or without the presence of a trainee. It is expected that the academic mission of the Department would be supported. In consultation with the Department Chair, there will be an opportunity to pursue research, quality improvement initiatives, curriculum development, and education initiatives, or other activities consistent with the faculty assignment. Faculty members are expected to teach, which may include clinical or didactic teaching and may involve medical students, residents, fellows, undergraduate and graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows. Service commitments will include service at the OSUWMC facilities and other clinical sites as assigned. Active participation in divisional, departmental, and college committee functions is expected. Participation in local, regional, or national professional organizations is also expected. Requirements and Preferred Qualifications Graduate of a United States accredited School of Optometry Passed all parts of the NBEO exam. Possess and maintain a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice optometry in the State of Ohio. Completed a residency in ocular disease or comprehensive care. Preferred qualifications Ability to demonstrate experience in managing dry eye disease. Training or certification in Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy and other advanced dry eye treatments is highly desirable. How to Apply To be considered, please submit your cover letter and Curriculum Vita. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Tyler Smith, Physician and Faculty Recruitment, tyler.smith@osumc.edu