Vitreoretinal Surgeon- Open Rank of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of New Mexico (UNM) Health Sciences Center is expanding and seeks an outstanding vitreoretinal surgeon to join our rapidly growing group. This position’s expertise will significantly contribute to the preservation and restoration of vision in our patients. Applicants must have completed an accredited vitreoretinal surgery fellowship. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a busy clinical practice at the UNM Hospital Eye Clinic, and will share responsibility with existing faculty for call and medical student and resident education. Candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, and research in an academic setting. The qualified applicant will be joining an established and busy vitreoretinal surgical service with one other full-time attending physician. As part of the UNM Health System, the Eye Clinic provides a rewarding mix of tertiary and indigent care with a wide breadth of medical and surgical retinal pathology. Surgery is performed in an outpatient surgical center and incoming surgeons can expect to quickly build up to 5-7 surgical cases per week. Opportunities for clinical trial participation are available if interested. UNM is committed to building a healthy, well-educated, economically vigorous New Mexico. The Health Sciences Center and School of Medicine have new leadership, and the entire institution is well poised for the future. We are dedicated to providing state-of-the-art treatments, cutting-edge research, and education. Our team of medical professionals is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials. UNM employees enjoy a generous benefits package that includes: Competitive salary Low-cost medical and dental plans Excellent retirement plans with a strong employer contribution Opportunity for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Disability and life insurance Malpractice coverage Employee and family member tuition reimbursement for courses taken at UNM New Mexico is known as the Land of Enchantment for good reason. Albuquerque is a culturally rich and naturally beautiful city, with good weather year-round, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. The Sandia Mountain wilderness is 20 minutes from UNM. There is a lively arts scene, and we are close to the galleries of Santa Fe and Madrid, NM. There are two national laboratories nearby: Sandia and Los Alamos.

Requirements

Completion of an Ophthalmology Residency Program
Completion of Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship
Board certified/eligible in Ophthalmology
Eligible for licensure in New Mexico
Eligible to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience in clinical education
Experience in clinical research
A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

Responsibilities

Develop a busy clinical practice at the UNM Hospital Eye Clinic
Share responsibility with existing faculty for call and medical student and resident education
Commitment to clinical care, teaching, and research in an academic setting
Perform 5-7 surgical cases per week