Retina Specialist Physician Opportunity near LONG ISLAND CITY, NY

We are currently looking for a skilled physician specializing in ophthalmology with a focus on medical and/or surgical retina to join our team in providing exceptional patient care. This is a permanent position, and we welcome applications from both experienced individuals with 2 years or more of experience and newly trained retina fellows.

Ideal Candidate Qualities:

• Ability to diagnose and treat a diverse range of vitro-retinal conditions to enhance patient outcomes.


• Competency in diagnosis and treatment to maintain high standards of patient care and safety.


• Patient-centered approach, ensuring a positive patient experience.


• Excellent communication skills.


• Interest in population health management and value-based care.

Responsibilities:

• Review patient medical history, reports, and examination results.


• Conduct retinal examinations and interpret various tests (OCT, photos, fluorescein angiograms, etc.).


• Evaluate, diagnose, and provide treatment for a variety of vitro-retinal conditions.


• Perform office-based procedures, including intravitreal injections, photocoagulation, and laser procedures.


• For surgical retinal specialists, conduct weekly outpatient surgical procedures such as vitrectomy, scleral buckling, membrane peeling, and macular hole repair.


• Prescribe medications and develop ongoing treatment plans.


• Collaborate with primary care providers, internal and external optometrists and ophthalmologists.


• Provide relationship-centered care, considering psychosocial and physical patient needs.


• Maintain accurate medical records.


• Communicate effectively with the clinical team.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or foreign equivalent.


• Completion of a three-year postgraduate medical training program in ophthalmology from a accredited residency.


• Completion of a medical or medical-surgical retina fellowship, preferably registered with AUPO-FCC.


• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Ophthalmology.


• Current, unrestricted New York State license or eligibility for licensure.


• Active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration or eligibility.


• Active Medicare/Medicaid Enrollment or eligibility.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) strongly preferred.


• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.


• Comfortable with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and Microsoft Office.

Job ID: j-201501