Open Rank - Assistant- Associate Professor– Comprehensive Ophthalmologist

University of Colorado • Aurora, CO

1d • $225,000 - $300,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking applicants for a full time (1.0FTE) open rank Assistant Professor – Associate Professor Ophthalmologist in comprehensive care. The position will provide clinical care for a full spectrum of urgent and chronic ophthalmic conditions.

Requirements

• MD or DO
• Completed an approved residency program in Ophthalmology
• Colorado medical license or be eligible
• 0-3 years of experience (for Assistant Professor)
• 4-7 years of experience (for Associate Professor)

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in an academic or hospital based healthcare environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct outpatient medical and surgical management of comprehensive ophthalmology primarily at the Sue Anschutz Rodgers Eye Center – Boulder Clinic, and UCH Longs Peak Hospital as well as University of Colorado Hospital, The Children’s Hospital Colorado, and affiliate sites of practice.
• Provide surgical care including routine, premium, and complex cataract surgery, anterior segment procedures, minor in-office procedures, and laser procedures including YAG capsulotomy.
• Working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, managing a mix of urgent cases and a base patient load.
• Assessing the severity of eye complaints to determine if they need immediate intervention and referral to subspeciality care.
• Contribute to the Department of Ophthalmology’s academic mission through participation in education, service, and research.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level