Description
Oregon Health & Science University, (OHSU), is a leading health and research university that strives for excellence in patient care, education, research, and community service. Casey Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology at OHSU is recruiting a full-time Glaucoma Specialist to join our team.
This position will join an established and highly regarded University-based practice with clinical, research, and educational responsibilities, and will hold an academic appointment. It has a strong established referral base and an active surgical load. The group practice consists of 12 optometrists and 52 ophthalmologists offering sub-specialty services in cornea, vitreoretinal disease, ophthalmic pathology and oncology, uveitis and ocular immunology, glaucoma, oculoplastics, neuro-ophthalmology, low vision rehabilitation, and ophthalmic genetics.
The ideal candidate must be board-certified or board-eligible. Oregon state medical licensures are required.
The duties of this position include: Providing clinical care to Glaucoma patients of the University Hospital and Clinics and affiliated hospitals and clinics; engaging in public service through consultative activities with non-university groups as approved by Department Chair; providing staffing to residents seeing Glaucoma and General Ophthalmology patients; teaching residents and house staff about glaucoma diseases and issues; performing research relevant to glaucoma.
Compliance expectations: You will be expected to abide by all state, federal and institutional compliance regulations and will be required to attend compliance training; perform requirements for Staff Members as outlined in Compliance Roles and Responsibilities in OHSU Hospitals and Clinics; and complete specific compliance requirements as outlined by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners. You must carry out responsibilities in an ethical, effective and professional manner, and report potential compliance problems using the reporting processes as outlined in the Code of Conduct. You will be expected to model ethical and appropriate behavior, professional standards, compliance and personal integrity. It is required that you understand and comply with the OHSU Code of Conduct, departmental policies and procedures, and applicable rules and regulations. You will adhere to all Casey Eye Institute Service Excellence standards and expectations and attend all related mandatory training programs. It is expected that you will document in medical records all patient care services delivered in support of third party bills; process billings for hospital and clinic charges in accordance with HCFA, Medicaid, Champus and all commercial and managed care carriers, and assure departmental compliance with all applicable third party payer regulations and contracts.
For more information and to apply visit our website at www.ohsujobs.com and reference recruitment 2025-36039 or send a current CV to ceiadmin@ohsu.edu.
Requirements
Requires a current, valid MD license, completion of an accredited residency program in Ophthalmology, and glaucoma fellowship training.
Strong clinical and patient assessment skills. Detail oriented, pro-active and meticulous in all aspects of work. Requires excellent organizational skills and strong communication and patient relations skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact well with employees at all levels of the organization is essential. Demonstrated innovation, initiative, and creative problem-solving skills are imperative. Ability to work well independently and multi-task is critical. Ability to plan and organize technical work and to adapt to a changing work environment is critical. Must be able to assess and develop work tasks and systems in order to optimize clinic performance.
