Ophthalmologist needed in Maine
Job at a glance
Job description
Location: Ellsworth, ME
Nestled in Maine's beautiful coastal region, Ellsworth offers a charming blend of small-town warmth with proximity to breathtaking Acadia National Park and Maine's stunning coastline. This picturesque community provides an excellent work-life balance with outdoor recreational activities and a welcoming atmosphere.
Facility:
This well-established eye care facility is a respected provider of comprehensive ophthalmology services in the region. The practice features modern equipment and technology to support various ophthalmologic procedures. The facility maintains high standards of patient care and offers a collaborative professional environment.
Opportunity: Certified - Ophthalmology
This position offers an excellent opportunity for a board-certified ophthalmologist to join a respected practice. The role includes both surgical and non-surgical responsibilities in a well-equipped setting with established patient flow.
Job Details:
- Locum tenens position for a board-certified ophthalmologist
- Fellowship training is required
- ACLS certification required
- Comprehensive ophthalmology practice encompassing both surgical and non-surgical procedures
- Scope includes anterior and posterior segment procedures
- Experience with laser procedures, including YAG, is preferred
- Cataract surgery expertise needed, including phacoemulsification and various extraction techniques
- Glaucoma management and surgical intervention skills
- Corneal procedure experience desired, including transplants
- Proficiency in refractive surgery such as LASIK and keratectomy
- Vitreo-retinal procedures and intra-ocular injections
- Strabismus surgery and plastic/orbital surgery experience preferred
- Diagnostic skill requirements include ultrasound interpretation (A and B-Scan), photo interpretation, fluorescein angiography, and optical coherence tomography
- Estimated credentialing timeframe is 2 weeks
Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.
