Physician (Ophthalmologist)

Overview

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Job Summary

Vacancy Identification Number (VIN) : 1011020

VANorth Texas Healthcare System is recruiting Ophthalmologists for Surgical service. This position is for a comprehensive ophthalmologist, ideally with subspecialty training, who is board certified in ophthalmology, equivalent certification, or board eligible with expectation of certification in the near future. Clinical duties will be divided between VA locations in Dallas and Fort Worth. Proficiency and performance of cataract surgery is required. Some Saturday and Sunday duty is required, including assignment of routine operative caseloads. Routine performance of VA specific disability evaluations (Compensation and Pension exam) is also mandatory. We have an active affiliation with UT Southwestern Medical Center, and a UTSW faculty appointment is anticipated for the accepted candidate. Faculty rank will be dependent upon academic credentials and experience. The ideal candidate possesses four years experience in resident teaching, is currently practicing clinical and surgical ophthalmology, and subspecialty training, but not required for consideration. This position offers opportunities for interactions with an outstanding house staff and faculty, and basic scientists at UT Southwestern, as well as participation in the evolution of a progressive VA health care system.

Duties

VA North Texas Health Care System is actively recruiting academic physicians for full-time staff positions in Ophthalmology to participate in the clinical practice and teaching programs.

Responsibilities include clinical practice and teaching in ophthalmology, with emphasis on cataract surgery and VA disability evaluations. Proficiency in cataract surgery is required. Some weekend duties may be assigned.

Key Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Full unrestricted Licensure, Certification, or Registration required
• Must pass pre-employment examination
• Designated and / or Random Drug Testing required
• Background and / or Security Investigation required
• English Language Proficiency required

Required Skills

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :

U.S. Citizenship (Non-citizens may be appointed only if it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens)

Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine

Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia

Must be board certified or board eligible in Ophthalmology

Preferred Experience

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Reference : VA Handbook 5005 / 27, Part II, Appendix G-2 PHYSICIAN QUALIFICATION STANDARD

Physical Requirements

Moderate Lifting (15-44 lbs); Moderate Carrying (15-44 lbs); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking up to 6 hours; Standing up to 2 hours; Both legs required; Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4; Far vision correctable in one eye to 20 / 20 and 20 / 40 in the other; Both eyes required; Hearing aid permitted; Mental and Emotional Stability required.

APPLICANTS NOTE : Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for it to be credited towards qualifications. Report attendance and / or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must include a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript to receive credit.

Veterans\' Preference

When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on their application or rsum. Veterans who are still in the service may be granted tentative preference on the basis of information contained in applications, but must provide proof prior to appointment. For more information, visit the Federal VA veterans page.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application, rsum and supporting documentation will be verified. You may be evaluated based on your responses during a structured interview. Provide specific examples of experience, what you did, and the outcome. You may be evaluated based on the question responses you provide during a structured interview.

Bring your expertise to VA and be valued as part of a team that is recognized for significant contributions to medicine. You\'ll enjoy a patient-focused environment, excellent benefits and incentives, and the ability to practice at any VA facility in the country.

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