Job Responsibilities:

• Performing corrective surgeries, such as repairing injuries and corneas, and removing cataracts.
• Performing advanced surgical procedures, such as keyhole or laser surgery.
• Diagnosing and treating eye diseases and injuries.
• Managing emergency eye clinics, outpatient clinics, or other specialist eye clinics.
• Treating medical disorders that affect vision through a holistic approach.
• Using therapeutic procedures and performing biopsies.
• Providing routine care such as vision testing and prescribing glasses and contact lenses.

Qualifications/experience:

• Board Eligible (within 5 years of completing residency) or Board Certified in Ophthalmology
• Successful completion of an internship and residency in ophthalmology.
• Fellowship Trained in Glaucoma - Required!
• Active and unrestrictive Medical License, preferably in Virginia.  If not, willing to obtain.
• Expert working knowledge of the diseases, functions, and anatomy of the eye.
• Strong physics and math skills, and excellent medical knowledge.
• Good administrative and managerial skills.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Willingness to submit to a background check

Physical Requirements:

• Exerting up to twenty-five pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. 
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. 
• Must have close visual acuity to perform an activity including viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, interpretation, etc. 
• Must be able to be stationary for prolonged periods of time. 

Cognitive Requirements:

• Executes tasks independently.
• Learns and memorizes tasks.
• Maintains concentration/focus on tasks.
• Performs task in a demanding environment requiring multi-task and prioritize work.
• Must be comfortable working and interacting with large groups of people daily.

Compliance training and testing is required annually and as needed.

Benefits & Perks

We’ve got you covered in more ways than one! As a full-time employee, you are eligible for medical, dental, and vision. As well as a a 401k plan, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. Pay is determined based on qualifications and experience. You will also get: 

• Paid vacation and holidays (+ two floating holidays)  
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities  
• Referral bonus opportunities  
• Discount on designer eyewear 
• Paid certified accreditation program. 

Atlantic Vision Partners provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.