Ophthalmologist

Locum Tenens Ophthalmology OpportunityPhysician opportunity in ophthalmology for locum tenens coverage at Golisano Children's Hospital in Fort Myers, Florida, under the Lee Health - Locums health system. The coverage period is from July 08, 2026, to August 31, 2026, with a schedule that includes days and weekends, inpatient NICU rounding on Wednesdays, and an 8-hour ambulatory clinic on Tuesdays. Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance are covered.Patient information includes pediatric ophthalmology, ROP screening and treatment. Hospital privileges are required. Required procedures include ROP screening and treatment (laser therapy) and pediatric ophthalmology examinations.Job requirements include board certification or eligibility in ophthalmology, an active Florida medical license, an active DEA, residency training in ophthalmology, pediatric ophthalmology experience, an updated CV, and a Lee Health signed attestation.Duties and responsibilities involve providing inpatient pediatric ophthalmology coverage, including NICU rounding for ROP screening and treatment, staffing an ambulatory pediatric ophthalmology clinic, performing ROP treatments such as laser therapy, managing follow-up care, covering physician vacations for both inpatient and outpatient pediatric ophthalmology services, and completing orientation requirements, hand hygiene demonstration, and employee health clearance prior to the first shift.