Pediatric Ophthalmologists at Nemours in Jacksonville, Florida

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:

• 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

Learn more about Nemours Children's Health and our Mission: Nemours' Mission

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.

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