University Health Associates
Physician, Pediatric Ophthalmology
University Health Associates, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States, 26506
Pediatric Ophthalmologist Opportunity
West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department of Ophthalmology seek a Pediatric Ophthalmologist qualified for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank. The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, WV. Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the areas of Pediatric Ophthalmology and adult strabismus. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. Qualifications: Candidate must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible for state medical license. A successful candidate must have completed an ophthalmology residency program, as well as pediatric ophthalmology fellowship program. Successful candidates must be board certified / eligible in Pediatric Ophthalmology. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment. At the WVU Eye Institute and WVU Medicine Children's Hospital you will join our two full-time and two part-time pediatric ophthalmologists, our pediatric optometrist, and our orthoptist in treating a diverse population of pediatric and adult strabismus patients and have exposure to clinically challenging cases. Our state-of-the-art facility houses all subspecialties of ophthalmology as well as an active research program. This University-based practice is rapidly expanding with a vast patient population offering the opportunity to be busy quickly. The Eye Institute is the largest comprehensive ophthalmology department in the state. The nationally recognized Vision Research Center has made profound contributions toward advancing vision science and has collaborative partnerships with other WVU Departments and research institutions to build vision related research. The research program currently is in receipt of seven R01 grants, one COBRE grant, and 16 industry sponsored studies. The WVU Health System Board of Directors approved funding to construct a new 150,000 square foot facility that will allow the WVU Eye Institute to better meet the needs of patients which will include 102 exam rooms, 44 testing rooms, and surgical suites. The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia's largest health system and the state's largest employer with more than 3,400 licensed beds, 4,600 providers, 35,000 employees, and $7 billion in total operating revenues. The Health System is comprised of 25 hospitals
including J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Children's Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia
and five institutes. We invite you to view this video and reach out today to learn why our physicians believe WVU Medicine is Like No Other! Morgantown is consistently rated as one of the best small metropolitan areas in the country for both lifestyle and business climate. The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment. There is also an excellent school system and an abundance of beautiful homes and recreational activities. Morgantown is located just over an hour south of Pittsburgh, PA and three hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD. Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn and make a difference from day one. To learn more, visit https://medicine.wvu.edu/ophthalmology/ and apply online at www.wvumedicine.org/careers. For additional questions, please contact Megan Core, Senior Physician Recruiter, at megan.core@wvumedicine.org. West Virginia University & University Health Associates are an AA/EO employer
Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
and WVU is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt) Company: UHA University Health Associates Cost Center: 8140 WVUH Ophthalmology Address: 1 Medical Center Drive Morgantown West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department of Ophthalmology seek a Pediatric Ophthalmologist qualified for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank. The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, WV. Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the areas of Pediatric Ophthalmology and adult strabismus. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. Qualifications: Candidate must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible for state medical license. A successful candidate must have completed an ophthalmology residency program, as well as pediatric ophthalmology fellowship program. Successful candidates must be board certified / eligible in Pediatric Ophthalmology. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment. At the WVU Eye Institute and WVU Medicine Children's Hospital you will join our two full-time and two part-time pediatric ophthalmologists, our pediatric optometrist, and our orthoptist in treating a diverse population of pediatric and adult strabismus patients and have exposure to clinically challenging cases. Our state-of-the-art facility houses all subspecialties of ophthalmology as well as an active research program. This University-based practice is rapidly expanding with a vast patient population offering the opportunity to be busy quickly. The Eye Institute is the largest comprehensive ophthalmology department in the state. The nationally recognized Vision Research Center has made profound contributions toward advancing vision science and has collaborative partnerships with other WVU Departments and research institutions to build vision related research. The research program currently is in receipt of seven R01 grants, one COBRE grant, and 16 industry sponsored studies. The WVU Health System Board of Directors approved funding to construct a new 150,000 square foot facility that will allow the WVU Eye Institute to better meet the needs of patients which will include 102 exam rooms, 44 testing rooms, and surgical suites. The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia's largest health system and the state's largest employer with more than 3,400 licensed beds, 4,600 providers, 35,000 employees, and $7 billion in total operating revenues. The Health System is comprised of 25 hospitals
including J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Children's Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia
and five institutes. We invite you to view this video and reach out today to learn why our physicians believe WVU Medicine is Like No Other! Morgantown is consistently rated as one of the best small metropolitan areas in the country for both lifestyle and business climate. The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment. There is also an excellent school system and an abundance of beautiful homes and recreational activities. Morgantown is located just over an hour south of Pittsburgh, PA and three hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD. Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn and make a difference from day one. To learn more, visit https://medicine.wvu.edu/ophthalmology/ and apply online at www.wvumedicine.org/careers. For additional questions, please contact Megan Core, Senior Physician Recruiter, at megan.core@wvumedicine.org. West Virginia University & University Health Associates are an AA/EO employer
Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
and WVU is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt) Company: UHA University Health Associates Cost Center: 8140 WVUH Ophthalmology Address: 1 Medical Center Drive Morgantown West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.