Peds - Ophthalmology job Opening

General and Pediatric Ophthalmology opening in Cooperstown, NY x000D x000D 70 miles to Albany x000D 90 miles to Syracuse x000D 190 miles to New York City x000D x000D A progressive, academic health system in central New York, major teaching affiliate of Columbia University, is seeking a general ophthalmologist with fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology. x000D x000D Job Description & Responsibilities: x000D x000D Established group of 6 ophthalmologist and 3 optometrists x000D Current pediatric ophthalmologist is planning to retire and has a combined general/pediatric practice x000D A brand-new eye clinic is being constructed and is expected to open in early 2025 x000D Current need is for a general ophthalmologist who can perform both cataract and pediatric eye surgeries x000D Current group has pediatric, retina and glaucoma specialists x000D Support staff consists of ophthalmic technicians, LPNs, and RNs and are well trained x000D On call is every 6th weekend, from Cooperstown, and rarely busy x000D Outreach clinics are attended by all ophthalmologists but are limited to only one location each x000D There is no NICU coverage required x000D Referral patterns to tertiary care ophthalmologists are well established x000D Salary plus performance-based compensation x000D Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards x000D Sign-on Bonus up to $100,000 x000D Group Employed Model x000D x000D Job Qualifications: x000D x000D MD, DO or MBBS x000D Board Eligible or Board Certified x000D Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology x000D NYS Licensure x000D BLS Certification Required x000D DEA Required x000D x000D Benefits: x000D x000D Medical, dental and vision insurance x000D Paid time off, including vacations and holidays x000D Life insurance and disability protection x000D Paid malpractice Retirement plan x000D CME time and money x000D Moving allowance x000D x000D Health System: x000D x000D Healthcare Network is an integrated health care system that provides care and service to people living in an eight county region covering 5,600 square miles in Central New York. The organization includes five corporately affiliated hospitals, as well as skilled nursing facilities, community and school- based health centers, and health partners in related fields. The Cooperstown area is a vibrant, diverse, and sophisticated upstate community set in a bucolic lake front village affording four seasons of culture and outdoor activity. An unparalleled and well-appointed community sport center is a unique social center for the community and schools.