Neuro-Ophthalmology Physician - Academic Eye Institute - NC
Updated 9/22/26
27157, Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States
Physician
Ophthalmology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Academic/Training Program
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Join Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist and Wake Forest University School of Medicine as a Neuro-Ophthalmologist Physician in Winston-Salem, NC—part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country.
At Advocate Health, we’re committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You’ll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts.
At Advocate Health, we’re committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You’ll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts.
HIGHLIGHT
- Full-time academic faculty position within a respected Department of Ophthalmology
- Join a growing department with expanded clinical, educational, and research resources supported by a new free standing Eye Institute opening in 2026
- Care for patients with complex visual disorders related to neurologic disease, including brain tumors, multiple sclerosis, stroke, and other disorders of the nervous system
- Evaluate patients with unexplained vision loss, diplopia, visual field defects, and headaches
- Work collaboratively with neurology, neurosurgery, otolaryngology, and other specialists in a multidisciplinary academic setting
- Serve as a consultant to referring physicians and provide direct patient care as part of multidisciplinary treatment teams
- Teach and mentor ophthalmology residents, fellows, and medical students
- Participate in clinical research and scholarly activity in a supportive academic environment
- EPIC EMR
- Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service line
- Leverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signature
- Experience an environment that provides safe and equitable care for all patients
TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- M.D. or D.O. with completion of an Accredited residency
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology
- Fellowship in Neuro-Ophthalmology
- Licensed / Eligible for licensure in North Carolina
- Active DEA in North Carolina
BENEFITS
- Paid Time Off programs
- Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
- Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
- Educational assistance and professional development programs
- Paid medical liability insurance
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
- Relocation assistance
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service