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 U.S. 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