What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Ophthalmologists position at Nemours?
Job Description
The Division of Ophthalmology at Nemours Children’s Health, Jacksonville , in Jacksonville, FL, is actively recruiting a fellowship-trained BC/BE Pediatric Ophthalmologist to join a team of 3 Pediatric Ophthalmologists and 2 Pediatric Optometrists. Ideal candidates will have experience in all aspects of general pediatric ophthalmology, including outpatient visits, surgery, hospital consultation allowing a diverse exposure to all areas of pediatric ophthalmology as well as the opportunity for ROP screening and treatment. In addition to the clinical responsibilities, the physician will participate actively in the education and training of ophthalmology residents from the University of Florida, Jacksonville. Residents take primary call all evenings and weekends, with attendings sharing backup call. Academic appointment is awarded by Mayo Clinic – Jacksonville School of Medicine based on established professorial guidelines. Adult strabismus practice, if desired, is performed at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville.
This Unique Opportunity Offers
At our three clinic locations in the Jacksonville area, Nemours is a leading provider of pediatric specialty care in north Florida. Many of our pediatric specialists are regularly recognized as the "Best Doctors in America®". We offer comprehensive, family-centered care in more than 30 pediatric specialties. Several of those specialties in collaboration with Wolfson Children's Hospital have been named among the best in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Nemours is a special organization whose mission focuses on delivering the best patient and family-centered care in everything we do throughout the organization.
Jacksonville is Florida’s River City by the Sea . With 840 square miles, it is the largest city in the United States. It is a city that still has a small-town atmosphere but has grown into a sophisticated business city with a penchant for culture, sports and exceptional quality of life.One of the fastest growing areas of Florida, Jacksonville is home to many arts venues, numerous festivals, national and international sporting events, including the NFL Jacksonville Jaguars and the Jacksonville Suns AA minor league baseball team, exceptional golf courses, and world-class art and culture, and is located on the Atlantic Coast. The annual Players Championship held at the nearby TPC course is an internationally recognized sporting event. We have excellent public and private schools coupled with a low cost of living and no state income tax. We have ideally located on St. Johns River within minutes of Atlantic coast beaches and a short drive to the Jacksonville International Airport.
For confidential consideration, please apply below. Have questions regarding the position? Click here to contact a recruiter.
About Us
Nemours Children’s Health is an internationally recognized children’s health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children’s hospitals — Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we’re on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children’s health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child’s world a place to thrive. It’s a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
To learn more about Nemours Children’s and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at www.nemours.org .
About The Team
At Nemours Children’s, our physicians work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that's among the safest, most caring and compassionate. As part of a pediatric health system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. We strive for excellent outcomes across all of our medical and surgical specialties - and we measure these outcomes in order to provide consistent, top-rated care.
We aspire to have our workforce and providers reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Candidates of diverse backgrounds, race and ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and those committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural values are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Alignment Mission and Vision.
The Division of Ophthalmology at Nemours Children’s Health, Jacksonville , in Jacksonville, FL, is actively recruiting a fellowship-trained BC/BE Pediatric Ophthalmologist to join a team of 3 Pediatric Ophthalmologists and 2 Pediatric Optometrists. Ideal candidates will have experience in all aspects of general pediatric ophthalmology, including outpatient visits, surgery, hospital consultation allowing a diverse exposure to all areas of pediatric ophthalmology as well as the opportunity for ROP screening and treatment. In addition to the clinical responsibilities, the physician will participate actively in the education and training of ophthalmology residents from the University of Florida, Jacksonville. Residents take primary call all evenings and weekends, with attendings sharing backup call. Academic appointment is awarded by Mayo Clinic – Jacksonville School of Medicine based on established professorial guidelines. Adult strabismus practice, if desired, is performed at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville.
This Unique Opportunity Offers
- Anterior and posterior segment surgery capability
- Challenging practice ranging from common pediatric ophthalmology problems to care of ophthalmologic problems in children with complex medical problems
- Diagnostic capabilities including OCT, VF, ERG & VEP
- Opportunity for Research and collaboration with other Pediatric subspecialists
- Opportunity to train the ophthalmology residents and medical students throughout the academic year
- Competitive salary and benefit package
- Bonus incentive for production after the first year
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility at a 501c(3) institution
At our three clinic locations in the Jacksonville area, Nemours is a leading provider of pediatric specialty care in north Florida. Many of our pediatric specialists are regularly recognized as the "Best Doctors in America®". We offer comprehensive, family-centered care in more than 30 pediatric specialties. Several of those specialties in collaboration with Wolfson Children's Hospital have been named among the best in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Nemours is a special organization whose mission focuses on delivering the best patient and family-centered care in everything we do throughout the organization.
Jacksonville is Florida’s River City by the Sea . With 840 square miles, it is the largest city in the United States. It is a city that still has a small-town atmosphere but has grown into a sophisticated business city with a penchant for culture, sports and exceptional quality of life.One of the fastest growing areas of Florida, Jacksonville is home to many arts venues, numerous festivals, national and international sporting events, including the NFL Jacksonville Jaguars and the Jacksonville Suns AA minor league baseball team, exceptional golf courses, and world-class art and culture, and is located on the Atlantic Coast. The annual Players Championship held at the nearby TPC course is an internationally recognized sporting event. We have excellent public and private schools coupled with a low cost of living and no state income tax. We have ideally located on St. Johns River within minutes of Atlantic coast beaches and a short drive to the Jacksonville International Airport.
For confidential consideration, please apply below. Have questions regarding the position? Click here to contact a recruiter.
About Us
Nemours Children’s Health is an internationally recognized children’s health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children’s hospitals — Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we’re on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children’s health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child’s world a place to thrive. It’s a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
To learn more about Nemours Children’s and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at www.nemours.org .
About The Team
At Nemours Children’s, our physicians work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that's among the safest, most caring and compassionate. As part of a pediatric health system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. We strive for excellent outcomes across all of our medical and surgical specialties - and we measure these outcomes in order to provide consistent, top-rated care.
We aspire to have our workforce and providers reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Candidates of diverse backgrounds, race and ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and those committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural values are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Alignment Mission and Vision.
