Ophthalmologist

CICONIX, LLC • Columbia, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

About CICONIX: CICONIX LLC is a Veteran Owned Small Business specializing in business advisory and technical assistance for military health programs. We value exceptional people, unwavering integrity, inclusive collaboration, and enduring impact.
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Position Details:
On-Call Coverage:
Rotating on-call coverage among providers
Minimum of one week per month, including weekends
Coverage required during evenings, weekends, holidays, and other times when the clinic is closed
On-Call Requirements:
Availability for phone consultation at all times
Must be reachable by phone within 15 minutes
Must be able to report on-site within 60 minutes when required
Full benefit program, including: health, PTO, & 401k + contribution
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Summary:
CICONIX is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Ophthalmologist with glaucoma experience to support the Columbia VA Medical Center.
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About the Role:
Provide comprehensive ophthalmology services, including glaucoma-related care within scope of practice and privileging.
Deliver outpatient clinic care and consultative services.
Provide bedside consultations for non-ambulatory patients when required.
Perform surgical and procedural services within approved clinical privileges.
Document all patient care in the VA electronic health record.
Comply with VA medication, privacy, and patient safety policies.
Participate in quality assurance, peer review, and performance evaluation activities.
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Qualifications:
Education:
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree required.
Licensure & Certifications (Current & Unrestricted):
Board Certified or Board Eligible through the American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO).
Active, full, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Experience:
Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency.
Completion of an approved fellowship if providing subspecialty care (e.g., glaucoma).
Security & Background Check:
U.S. Citizenship and a successful background investigation are required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Additional Requirements:
Willingness to comply with the government vaccination requirements, reflected of CDC guidelines.
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This role is contingent and will begin upon contract award.
CICONIX LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. We E-Verify all employees.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree required.
• Active, full, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory.
• Completion of an approved fellowship if providing subspecialty care (e.g., glaucoma).
• Board Certified or Board Eligible through the American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency.
• U.S. Citizenship and a successful background investigation are required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• Willingness to comply with the government vaccination requirements, reflected of CDC guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive ophthalmology services, including glaucoma-related care within scope of practice and privileging.
• Deliver outpatient clinic care and consultative services.
• Provide bedside consultations for non-ambulatory patients when required.
• Perform surgical and procedural services within approved clinical privileges.
• Document all patient care in the VA electronic health record.
• Comply with VA medication, privacy, and patient safety policies.
• Participate in quality assurance, peer review, and performance evaluation activities.

Benefits

• health
• PTO
• 401k + contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree