Physician - Neuro-Ophthalmologist

The University of Kansas Health System•Prairie Village, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Ophthalmology, is seeking a Neuro-Ophthalmologist to join their team. This faculty member will provide comprehensive clinical and surgical services, engage in shared call coverage and inpatient consults, supervise medical students and residents in clinics and surgeries, and participate in the didactic teaching program. They will also serve on departmental committees. The position supports the mission of delivering the highest quality of care, as well as satisfying teaching, research, and academic responsibilities. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience. Candidates interested in research may be afforded protected time to complete clinical and bench research, but all candidates will be encouraged to participate in clinical research and scientific presentations at national/regional meetings in addition to their clinical and teaching duties. Additionally, the role includes providing services to the VA and other sites under a Professional Services Agreement with The University of Kansas Health System.

Requirements

MD or equivalent degree
Must be Board Certified/Eligible in Ophthalmology
Successful completion of a surgical Neuro-Ophthalmologist fellowship
Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas
Experience in a clinical and surgical Neuro-Ophthalmologist practice and OR settings

Nice To Haves

Academic background involving teaching with interest in clinical or basic research
Successful in growing own research programs with the ability to obtain funding from public and private sources

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive clinical and surgical services
Engage in shared call coverage and inpatient consults
Supervise medical students and residents in clinics and surgeries
Participate in the didactic teaching program
Serve on departmental committees
Participate in clinical research and scientific presentations at national/regional meetings (encouraged)
Provide services to the VA and other sites under a Professional Services Agreement