Physician Pediatric Ophthalmology

Geisinger • Wilkes-Barre, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

An ophthalmologist provides comprehensive eye and vision care and is medically trained to diagnose, monitor, and medically or surgically treat ocular and visual disorders. These include conditions affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit, and the visual pathways.

The physician interviews patients to obtain information about symptoms and medical and family histories; performs and/or interprets diagnostic tests; diagnoses injuries and illnesses; and develops treatment plans. The physician may prescribe or administer medications and prepares, maintains, and reviews patient records, including histories, examination findings, treatment plans, and outcomes.

Work is typically performed in a clinical and office environment. The role is accountable for meeting job-specific obligations and complying with organizational policies and procedures. The listed duties represent typical elements of the position; additional competencies identified during department-specific orientation are essential to job performance.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• Licensed Medical Doctor in the State of Pennsylvania.
• Skills in patient care and procedural practice, professional etiquette, and systems-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain information such as symptoms, medical histories, and family histories.
• Perform and/or interpret diagnostic tests as needed.
• Diagnose injuries and illnesses and design treatment plans.
• Prescribe or administer medications as appropriate.
• Prepare, maintain, and review records containing patient histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes.
• Meet job-specific obligations and comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision and dental coverage and benefits for domestic partners.
• An atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation, and collegiality.

What This Job Offers

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