Physician - Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology - Medical

The Vision Institute at UPMC is seeking a Pediatric

Ophthalmologist at the Assistant / Associate Professor level to join

our team. The new associate will have the opportunity to practice

truly collaborative care. Applications from new or established

clinicians or clinician scientists are encouraged. All applicants

will be encouraged to develop an area of subspecialist interest.

About the Position Help to grow the department's already

well-established multidisciplinary care pathways by fostering ties

to the primary and specialty care physicians, both inside and

outside the department. Focus will be in patient care, teaching and

research. Duties will include didactic and clinical training of

residents and fellows. Additionally, we have a dedicated molecular

biologist, vision scientist and electrophysiologist, together with

a research coordinator and two dedicated ophthalmo-genetic

counselors. This position will be based at Children's Hospital of

Pittsburgh of UPMC Lawrenceville with clinics at nearby satellite

offices and surgery centers. The department is very well equipped

with collagen cross linking available, a myopia treatment center

and all the latest imaging equipment including integrated

intraoperative OCT, eye movement recordings and full visual

electrophysiology lab. About CHP and the UPMC Vision Center

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC is one of the top ten

pediatric hospitals in the United States with outstanding clinical,

teaching and research opportunities both at clinical and basic

science levels. UPMC is affiliated with the University of

Pittsburgh School of Medicine which is consistently ranked among

the nation's leading medical schools, enjoying exceptional growth

in its clinical, research and academic missions. UPMC is a large,

diversified, multi-hospital tertiary care medical institution and

consistently ranks among the top healthcare institutions in the

nation. UPMC Vision Institute is consistently ranked highly for

National Institutes of Health funding for departments of

ophthalmology and has one of the top basic and clinical research

programs in the country. Research focuses on ocular immunology,

infectious disease, molecular genetics, molecular biology of

retinal disease and glaucoma, and advanced diagnostic imaging

technology development. What we Offer ~ Competitive compensation

with productivity incentive bonus ~ Robust benefit package

recognized for its generosity and comprehensive coverage. ~25 days

PTO / year ~$3,000 / year CME dollars plus 5 days ~ Paid

occurrence-based malpractice insurance ~ Medical, dental and vision

insurance, Short and long-term disability, optional group life

insurance and robust retirement plans ~ Moving expenses up to $10K

for qualified moves About the Community Pittsburgh is a vibrant,

mid-sized city with the feel of a small town. Located in the

southwest corner of Pennsylvania, it offers the best of everything

_ an urban melting pot, historical landmarks, ethnic neighborhoods,

a vibrant nightlife, picturesque countryside, and the famous three

rivers. The city is renowned for its cultural institutions,

including the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Parks

Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and

Botanical Gardens, the National Aviary, and a diverse cultural

district. The city's major league professional sports teams include

the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh

Pirates. Pittsburgh has a reputation as an advancing leader in

medicine, education, health care, robotics, software engineering,

and high-tech industries. The city is consistently ranked as one of

the top places for families in the U.S. and one of the most

affordable, livable, and safest U.S. cities. The University of

Pittsburgh and UPMC are EEO / AA / M / F / Vets / Disabled Employers

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