Employment Opportunities

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Denver, CO – March 11, 2008
We are currently seeking a BC/BE fellowship-trained Retinal Disease and Surgery Ophthalmologist to join our department of 21 Ophthalmologists, including 2 Retina Surgeons.

The advantages of working with us reach far beyond our comprehensive network of support and state-of-the-art electronic medical record systems. As part of our cross-specialty team, you'll have access to a competitive compensation and benefits package. You'll also enjoy living in Colorado, an area known for its beautiful natural attractions and four season recreational amenities. Our mild temperatures and diverse culture make us an ideal place for those who love a community rich in arts and entertainment.
Contact: Kathleen M. Ward
E-mail: kathleen.m.ward@kp.org
Phone: 1-866-239-1677
Website: www.physiciancareers.kp.org/co

Chester County, PA – March 04, 2008
Join a dynamic, growing and established multi-specialty ophthalmic practice in beautiful, picturesque Chester County Pennsylvania- one of the fastest growing and affluent areas in the state. Our practice currently has one vitreoretinal surgeon, 2 fellowship trained glaucoma surgeons and 1 cornea/refractive specialist. The practice needs a self motivated, medical and surgical retina physician to take control of expanding retina patient base. The practice's retina population is diverse medically and surgically with a considerable macular degeneration and diabetic population. The office has an excellent dedicated staff, photography department with the latest technologies including PASCAL laser, PDT, OCT (both SDOCT and OCT3), and digital angiography with the majority of surgical cases are conducted in an outpatient ASC, with 20, 23 and 25 gauge capabilities. BE/BC candidates completing a fully accredited ophthalmology training program, with at least a two-year retina fellowship will be considered.

The position offers a competitive base salary with an incentive bonus, exceptional benefits with a partnership track, and potential opportunity to buy into the ASC. The practice has 3 offices with limited travel-most commuting is less than 20 minutes. Call responsibilities are shared among the physicians and the practice understands the importance of family and quality of life for its physicians.

Chester county boasts a great standard of living, the state's best school districts, the area's finest restaurants and is less than an hour care commute to Philadelphia, 90 minutes to Baltimore and within 2 hours (by train) to New York and Washington.
Contact: Bruce R. Saran, M.D.
E-mail: brsaran@cceceye.com
Phone: (484)-723-2060

Madison, WI – February 26, 2008
Davis Duehr Dean is recognized nationally for their excellence in eye care. You will join two Board Certified Vitreoretinal Surgeons with over 30 years collectively of service at Davis Duehr Dean. Work out of one office and walk down the hallway to your Outpatient Surgical Center providing the “Life-Style” practice you are seeking. State-of-the-art equipment includes film and digital ophthalmic photography, digital fluorescein angiography, OCT, ophthalmic ultrasound, photodynamic therapy, and laser photocoagulation. Participate in the outreach program which is bringing ophthalmology care to rural locations in Southern Wisconsin. Receive a stipend for travel time to our outreach locations. Academic appointment available and clinical research is ongoing in this physician directed department. The Vitreoretinal Surgeons participate with the University of Wisconsin staff in weekly conferences.

Also enjoy….
•Electronic Medical Records (EPIC).
•Competitive two year guarantee, with bonus potential. Salary Advancement and Signing Bonus available!
•Outstanding benefits which include 4 weeks of vacation/CME for the first two years. After you become a shareholder, you will receive from 7 weeks up to 11 weeks, based on your years of practical experience.
•Dean Health System provides fully insured malpractice coverage.
•Ability to become a shareholder after the second year.

Davis Duehr Dean, a division of the Dean Health System, is comprised of 24 Ophthalmologists and 34 Optometrists who serve 25 locations in Wisconsin. In addition to comprehensive ophthalmology, Davis Duehr Dean has subspecialists in cornea, external disease, glaucoma, oculoplastics, pediatrics, refractive surgery, and retina. In addition, Davis Duehr Dean has a dedicated ophthalmic photography department.

Dean Health System (DHS) is one of the largest physician-owned, multi-specialty, integrated healthcare delivery systems in the country, with more than 500 physicians and other providers and approximately 65 clinic locations. Dean Health System also provides health care coverage for approximately 230,000 covered lives across an 18-county service through Dean Health Insurance.

Because the physicians employed by Dean Health System own 95% of the organization, practicing physicians are in a direct position to influence their professional and business lives as well as the care for their patients. For more information, please visit www.deancare.com.

Madison consistently ranks as one of the top places in the country to live, work, go to school, play, and raise a family. Home to the State Capitol and University of Wisconsin, Madison has a population of over 200,000 and offers a stimulating civic, political, and educational environment.
Conveniently located just one hour from Milwaukee, two hours from Chicago, and three and a half hours from Minneapolis, Madison provides easy access to all the amenities these great cities have to offer. For more information on this great city, please visit www.visitmadison.com.

Contact:
Contact: Germaine Lorbert
E-mail: glorbert@cejkasearch.com
Phone: 1-800-678-7858 x6370
Website: www.cejkasearch.com

Southern California – February 25, 2008
Opportunity to join a rapidly growing Retina Institute
with patient care, research and teaching
opportunities. Both part-time and full-time medical
retina positions available. Sophisticated EMR based
practice with fully networked imaging systems and all
new state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. We're
looking for self-motivated, hard working individuals
with a passion for their specialty and patient care.
Located in Southern California near the beach,
mountains and a variety of cultural centers. Please
e-mail, text message or call for more information. All
inquiries are confidential.

Contact:
Contact: Ron P. Gallemore, MD, PhD
E-mail: rg@retinamaculainstitute.com
Phone: (310) 944-9393

Southern California – February 25, 2008
Our pharmaceutical client is a leader in the Ophthalmology Field. We seek a Retina Specialist to function as a Medical Director. This position is based in Southern California and full relocation is provided.

Initially to provide medical support for Ophthalmology (Retinal) programs on the following tasks:
Communications with investigators
Medical inputs on the current protocol and future amendment
Therapeutic area training for internal staffs
Protocol specific training for investigators
Medical review on data listing, CSR, ISS and ISE
Study site visits
Medical Writing
Safety data review

As soon as appropriate the Medical Director will work with marketing teams on phase IIIb and Phase IV studies. A retinal specialist with excellent knowledge on current treatment paradigm on retina disease will serve as an advisor to the Ophthalmology team and be an internal resource of expertise in posterior ocular diseases for Ophthalmology TA.
--Strengthen the retinal drug development team by adding his clinical experience e.g., views from the clinical practice standpoint
--Communication with investigators on specific issues – e.g., “retinal specialist to retinal specialist” conversation on related medical issues/questions.
--Bring in additional academia or clinical connections with experts in the field for future collaboration.
--Provide support and influence to project teams.

For more information, please contact:
Contact: Denis Shefferd
Phone: 760-268-0377
Website: www.nsasearch.com

Gulf Coast, FL – February 22, 2008
A position is available for a board certified ophthalmologist, fellowship-trained in retina at a long established retinal practice on the Gulf Coast of Central Florida. It is an active practice with four well established offices that also participates in a number of national clinical studies.

Salary is competitive with excellent benefits. Incentive bonus, partnership and buy-in are available.

The area is well known for its beaches, educational programs, sports and cultural activities. If interested, please contact:
Contact: Melvin C. Chen, MD
E-mail: srqretina@aol.com
Phone: (941) 921-5335

Texas – January 30, 2008
Join an established growth oriented retina practice in Texas. This is a unique opportunity to join a progressive, high patient volume, high surgical volume state of the art group. This practice is located in a beautiful 11,000 sq. ft building next door to a new hospital, that the newly added physician will have potential for buy in. The practice is involved in over 18 major retinal studies, and the successful candidate will be able to participate in research studies related to retinal diseases.

The community offers excellent schools, attractive and affordable housing, a regional airport, a historic downtown and a strong community spirit.

This practice is looking for a motivated, eager, personable, energetic fellowship trained BC/BE associate. This is an exciting opportunity that has tremendous growth within the next five years to become part of a group that plans to be the States largest, most prestigious retina care centers.

All inquiries will be strictly confidential.
Contact: Amelia Rogoff
E-mail: amelia@theeyegroup.com
Phone: 561-852-9998

Central Michigan – January 30, 2008
Join a busy central Michigan practice that needs to add a 2nd retina specialist. Currently there are 7MDs and 2 ODs in this state of the art practice that has all sub-specialties of ophthalmology represented. The existing retina physician is overwhelmed and needs help managing the surgical and high volume medical retina practice. New 13,000 sq ft. ASC with brand new Alcon equipment. Partnership offered after 2 years, plus ability to buy in to ASC.

Qualified candidates would have completed a 2 year retina fellowship, board eligible and the desire for a long-term partnership with an outstanding practice.
All inquiries will be strictly confidential.


Contact: Amelia Rogoff
E-mail: amelia@theeyegroup.com
Phone: 561-852-9998

Tulsa, OK – January 30, 2008
Incredible opportunity to join a large multi-specialty group of 10 MDs and 6 ODs. Full, immediate caseload for the retina physician in a city that is currently underserved for retina. The retina service will be housed in its own sub-specialty facility. Generous salary plus bonus, with partnership offered after 2 years.

Located in the heart of Green Country in Northeastern Oklahoma, Tulsa is a flourishing metropolitan area that still retains the friendliness and close-knit attitude of a much smaller city. Among the city's many advantages are choices of a variety of schools, businesses, museums, shopping centers, universities and cultural hotspots, making Tulsa a great place to live, work and raise a family.

All inquiries will be strictly confidential.

Contact: Amelia Rogoff
E-mail: amelia@theeyegroup.com
Phone: 561-852-9998

South Carolina – January 30, 2008
Large Medical community of 650 MDs with no retina specialist. Join a multi specialty group with full time retina caseload of 40 patients per day, 3-4 major cases, and min. of 20 lasers and multiple injections per week. Large OD referral network of 35 OD dedicated to sending all pathology. Practice owned ASC already set up for retina with state of the art equipment. Outstanding compensation package with partnership and the ability to buy in to the ASC.
Florence is within 2 hours to both Charleston and Charlotte.
All inquiries will be strictly confidential.

Contact: Amelia Rogoff
E-mail: amelia@theeyegroup.com
Phone: 561-852-9998

Dayton, OH – January 15, 2008
Seeking a BC/BE Ophthalmologist with Vitreo-Retinal fellowship training to replace retiring partner.

PRACTICE OPPORTUNTIES:
Well-established 30+ year old practice. Single-office, two-physician practice, centrally located in Dayton, Ohio, within three miles of three major hospitals.
Partners are members of both the Macula Society and ASRS.
Each partner sees 35-45 patients per day and performs on average 4-5 surgical cases and 20+ office procedures weekly. Patients are drawn from a large ophthalmologic and optometric referral base; there is significant opportunity for expansion of that base and the number of cases. The regional draw is 1.25 million. Congenial office staff helps ensure smooth daily operations, a friendly work environment, and high patient satisfaction.

LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITIES:
Flexible work schedule, liberal time off, extended vacation time. Two major universities with a medical school and other extensive graduate programs, and 6 four-year colleges within 15 miles. Teaching and adjunct professorship opportunities available. Excellent place to raise a family, with low cost of living, very affordable housing in safe communities, and easily accessible children’s activities. Excellent schools, including several US News &World top-ranked public schools
with small class sizes, extensive AP offerings and a range of extra-curriculars. Good cultural opportunities including symphony orchestras, Tony-awarded regional theater, national touring theater companies, opera, classic and
contemporary dance. Good outdoor recreational opportunities, professional football, baseball, and
hockey, as well as college sports.

OFFERING RAPID ADVANCEMENT TO PARTNERSHIP
Seeking a Vitreo-Retinal fellowship-trained, personable associate, with excellent clinical and surgical skills to replace retiring (12/31/07) partner. Excellent compensation package, productivity bonus, and an early partnership opportunity.
Opportunity to participate in ownership of the practice office building.

Contact:
Contact: Steven Miller, MD
E-mail: stevenmillermd@yahoo.com
Phone: 937-228-5083

Portland, OR – November 26, 2007
The Casey Eye Institute is seeking an outstanding ophthalmologist specializing in the care of patients with vitreoretinal diseases for a full-time academic appointment in the Department of Ophthalmology at Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine.

Candidates must have completed a fully accredited ophthalmology training program, at least a two-year vitreoretinal fellowship program and must be board certified or board eligible. Candidates must have demonstrated engagement in education and research. Responsibilities include commitment to teaching, research and the care of patients with vitreoretinal conditions.

Candidates are encouraged to apply by sending a curriculum vitae and contact information for at least three references to the following address:
David J. Wilson, MD
C/o Cheryl Thornton
Professor and Chair, Department of Ophthalmology
Casey Eye Institute
3375 SW Terwilliger Blvd
Portland OR 97239
503-494-3051

Email Document or PDF to thornton@ohsu.edu

OHSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tobacco free environment.

New Orleans, LA – October 08, 2007
Tulane University Health Sciences Center, Department of Ophthalmology, is seeking a sub-specialist in the field of Vitreo/Retinal Diseases & Surgery for a full-time/tenure track faculty position. Tulane University Hospital and Clinic is a high volume, hospital-based, tertiary referral center. Candidates should have a strong commitment to education and academic activities. Requirements include minimum experience of one-year fellowship training in vitreo/retinal diseases and board certification or eligibility in Ophthalmology. Faculty rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified. Please submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation to:
Delmar R. Caldwell, MD, Professor & Chairman
Tulane University Health Sciences Center
Department of Ophthalmology SL-69
1430 Tulane Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70112
e-mail address: dcaldwe1@tulane.edu
Tulane University Health Sciences Center is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact: Delmar R. Caldwell, MD
E-mail: dcaldwe1@tulane.edu

Michigan – October 03, 2007
Exceptional opportunity to join a rapidly growing, progressive, well established multi-specialty practice. This practice draws from a large patient base in two major metropolitan areas. Current subspecialties include: glaucoma, anterior segment, cataract and neuro-ophthalmology. The practice has 5 locations which include a total of 35,000 square feet of clinical space and a new upscale ASC. Outstanding compensation package with Buy-in option for ASC. Work with supportive colleagues committed to providing the highest standard of care and the latest surgical techniques in a warm, friendly environment. Within an easy drive to major metropolitan areas, a college town and plenty of recreational options. This area is an excellent place to raise a family with many diverse cultural, socially and lifestyle choices. Please call for more information. All inquiries are confidential.

Contact:
Contact: Cristina Boggiano
E-mail: cristina@theophthalmicassociates.com
Phone: (866) 488-6363
Fax: (866) 328-7778

Salt Lake City, UT – September 19, 2007
Join an outstanding 2 MD retina group in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. This well established group consists of two superbly trained retinologists who are seeking a 3rd partner to absorb the incredible growth that both the practice and the community are experiencing. Outstanding support staff and administration are the backbone of this state of the art practice. This is a vibrant community that is experiencing economic prosperity. The area's productive workforce, low unemployment, exceptional recreation and overall quality of life are a few of the reasons this is considered to be one of the nation's economic hot spots.

Please contact:
Contact: Amelia Rogoff
E-mail: amelia@theeyegroup.com
Phone: 561-852-9998

California – September 19, 2007
Join a well established 5 MD, 2 OD group that has a mature retina service for a well-trained retina specialist to assume. The ideal candidate will be currently practicing with 1+ years experience and hold a current CA license. Located halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo County is the heart of California's Central Coast where there are miles of white, sandy beaches, unique stores and museums, wine tasting. Outstanding recreation including, hiking and bicycling in and around the rolling hills. Here you'll discover a unique mix of food, wine, recreation, art and culture – not to mention the venerable Hearst Castle – all set amidst warm, friendly and laidback surroundings.

Please contact:
Contact: Amelia Rogoff
E-mail: amelia@theeyegroup.com
Phone: 561-852-9998

Syracuse, NY – September 19, 2007
Retina-Vitreous Surgeons of CNY, a well established (30+ years), growing retinal practice with four fellowship trained physicians, is seeking a BC/BE vitreo-retinal surgeon leading to full partnership. The practice offers an opportunity for immediate and sustained surgical and medical volume as a result of steady growth over many years as well as the optimal age differential among the existing partners. In fact, a senior partner is planning to stop OR surgery when new physician joins the group.

State-of-the-art equipment is present at our main office location in Syracuse and will be included in our new satellite office. A highly trained staff includes multiple RNs and certified ophthalmic photographers. All physicians are on the clinical faculty of the Department of Ophthalmology at Upstate Medical University (State University of New York) and actively participate in resident and medical student education.

Syracuse is a medium sized city located in the heart of Central New York State within the Finger Lakes region and also within close proximity to the Adirondack Mountains, Thousand Islands on the St. Lawrence River, and Lake Ontario. Opportunities abound for boating, fishing, skiing, hiking, biking and golf. Local cultural amenities include the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra and Syracuse Opera Company, which are highly regarded nationally, as well as the Syracuse Stage (a professional repertory theatre). Multiple colleges and universities in the area also provide diverse educational and cultural opportunities. Syracuse University and Cornell University participate in many Division One athletic events (Syracuse was the home of the 2003 NCAA basketball champions!) The Carrier Dome of Syracuse University (50,000 seats) is located on campus and is home to many athletic events and concerts.

Convenient access to metropolitan areas such as New York City, Toronto, Montreal, Philadelphia, and Boston are all within a four-five hour drive or less than a one hour flight from the Syracuse International Airport.

Send CV to:
Retina-Vitreous Surgeons of Central NY, PC
3107 East Genesee St.
Syracuse, NY 13224-1646
Contact: Mr. Lawrence Palmieri, Administrator
E-mail: larryrvs@aol.com
Phone: 315-445-8179
Fax: 315-251-1338

California – September 19, 2007
Opportunity to join solo retina specialist for this busy, expanding, and world-renowned practice. Currently utilizing state-of-the-art technologies and equipment, would like to add second location. Highly visible in the community, this practice has received multiple local, national, and international awards. Modern, cutting-edge, caring, and growing, this sophisticated and high-profile practice offers a great opportunity for the right individual to build upon past success to create a fulfilling and rewarding career in a highly desirable part of the world. This position also offers the opportunity (not mandatory) to participate in advanced basic and clinical research in collaboration with the Doheny Eye Institute, NASA, the NEI, and various biotech concerns.

Please contact:
Contact: Amelia Rogoff
E-mail: amelia@theeyegroup.com
Phone: 561-852-9998

Maryland – September 19, 2007
Join an internationally respected retina group who are motivated clinical scientists that devote their lives to the advancement of retinal care. They work as a highly functional team with the common goal of creating and utilizing new diagnostic technology and treatments with openness and intellectual curiosity. These physicians share a desire to define the cutting edge of retinal disease management in order to offer hope and compassion to patients and their families. This opportunity is to be integrated in a highly successful private practice, have involvement in clinical trials and to teach fellows.

Please contact:
Contact: Amelia Rogoff
E-mail: amelia@theeyegroup.com
Phone: 561-852-9998

Minnesota – September 19, 2007
Join a well respected retina practice in Minneapolis. This group operates out of Phillips Eye Institute, which is a first class, state of the art eye hospital that has 10 ORs all dedicated to ophthalmology. The senior physician will be slowing down by 40% immediately, this equates to an immediate full case load for the new retina doc. Both doctors are doing approx. 10 cases per week and are very well respected. There is equal partnership and competitive salary. They are looking for someone who is able to network with the referring docs and continue to grow their practice.

Please contact:
Contact: Amelia Rogoff
E-mail: amelia@theeyegroup.com
Phone: 561-852-9998

Charleston, SC – September 19, 2007
Nationally recognized academic institution in the mid-Atlantic is seeking full-time academic faculty members to direct the medical and surgical management of retina patients in an active academic practice. . The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the clinical, educational, and research missions of the department. Opportunities exist for active collaboration with several NEI funded projects. Academic appointments at the Medical University of South Carolina will be at a level commensurate with the candidates’ academic experience. The Medical University of South Carolina is located on the Atlantic Coast in Historic Charleston.

Please contact:
Contact: Amelia Rogoff
E-mail: amelia@theeyegroup.com
Phone: 561-852-9998

Minneapolis, MN – September 18, 2007
The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Minnesota is recruiting a VitreoRetinal surgeon for a full-time faculty position with the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor either on the tenure or non-tenure clinical scholar track. The successful candidate must be committed to the University’s academic mission of service, teaching, and research. The current retina faculty has two full-time members. Depending on the qualifications of the candidate, he or she could be the Director of the Retina Service, Director of the Minnesota Lions Macular Degeneration Center, and hold the Knobloch Endowed Chair in Retina.

Please submit a faculty application online via the University of Minnesota recruitment system (employment.umn.edu) under requisition 150243. This position is also posted under requisition 151022, and 151016. Include your curriculum vitae, and a letter of interest with a short statement of academic goals. References can follow at a later date.
Applications will be accepted until suitable candidates are identified and the position is filled. This position will be available immediately. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

For more information on this position, please contact:

Jay H. Krachmer, MD, Professor and Chair
Department of Ophthalmology
420 Delaware St SE,
Minneapolis, MN 55455
E-mail: krach001@umn.edu
Phone: 612-625-7131
Website: employment.umn.edu

Southwest Florida – September 12, 2007
A highly respected retina practice located in Southwest Florida is seeking a Fellowship-trained retina specialist who will be completing his or her Fellowship program in June 2008. The high volume practice is well established and was the first retina practice in the region. This is a wonderful opportunity for an energetic, highly motivated retinal surgeon to join our four-physician group. All physicians circulate through our 4 offices, anchored by our beautiful new state-of-the-art 22,000 square foot building. The practice is heavily involved in clinical research through our nationally known research institute and participates in numerous national studies.

An excellent compensation package awaits the successful candidate. Southwest Florida is a fast-growing region that offers many outdoor activities, as well as a wonderful family environment.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter with attached curriculum vitae via email or fax to:
Contact: Jamieson R. Holmes, C.E.O.
E-mail: jholmes@eye.md
Fax: 239-939-0827

Southern Oregon – September 12, 2007
The Retina and Vitreous Center (www.retinaandvitreous.com) is a tertiary retina care center located in beautiful Ashland in Southern Oregon. This is 300 miles from Portland and Sacramento set within the Siskiyou, Pacific Crest, and Cascade mountains. It is the home of the Ashland Shakespeare Festival (3 separate theatres), the Britt Music Festival, Mt. Ashland Ski Area, and Southern Oregon University. The Retina and Vitreous Center and Vitreoretinal Surgical Service at Ashland community Hospital was developed in 1992 bringing academic level Retina to a previously unserved Southern Oregon and Northern California. The Center also includes a Clinical Research Center an continues involvement in multiple National Clinical
Studies. Both the office and surgical suites are state of the art, innovative and staffed by exceptional teams.

We are looking for a third doctor to compliment the vision of this ever growing and busy practice.

Contact:
Contact: Maggie Burns, Practice Administrator
E-mail: maggieburns@hotmail.com
Phone: 541-488-3192