Physician Ophthalmology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

What We're Looking For \n
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Job Post Description: \n
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\nNovant Health Coastal Region is seeking an Ophthalmology Cornea Specialist to diagnose and treat diseases of the eye's clear front surface (cornea), performing complex surgeries like transplants, refractive surgeries (LASIK), keratoprosthesis, and managing conditions like keratoconus, dry eye, infections, and trauma, while also often teaching, researching, and fitting complex contact lenses, requiring advanced fellowship training. \n
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Opportunity Highlights: \n
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• Manage growing population within the Coastal Region of North Carolina
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• Variable schedule
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• Competitive compensation package
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Candidate Qualifications: \n
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• Board-certified Ophthalmologist with fellowship training in Cornea and External Disease.
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• Excellent clinical, surgical, and interpersonal skills.
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• Commitment to teamwork, research, and education.
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Responsibilities & Duties: \n
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• Clinical Care: Diagnose and treat corneal and external eye diseases (e.g., Fuchs' dystrophy, infections, trauma, autoimmune conditions).
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• Surgical Procedures: Perform corneal transplants (PKP, DALK), keratoprosthesis, limbal stem cell transplants, refractive surgery (LASIK, PRK), and manage complex cases.
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• Advanced Management: Handle intricate contact lens fittings, manage ocular surface disorders, and treat severe dry eye.
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• Patient Education: Educate patients on managing their conditions and promoting eye health
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Benefits & Perks: \n
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• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits
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• Paid leave benefits
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• Malpractice coverage
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• Emphasis on work-life balance
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• Employment with NH Medical Group
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Additional Compensation Details \n
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• Two-year salary guarantee
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• Relocation allowance
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• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
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Novant Health is a not-for-profit integrated system of 19 medical centers and more than 2,000 physicians in over 850 locations, as well as numerous outpatient surgery centers, medical plazas, rehabilitation programs, diagnostic imaging centers and community health outreach programs. Novant Health's nearly 40,000 team members and physician partners care for patients and communities in North Carolina and South Carolina.\n

\n About Wilmington, NC \n
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\nDiscover the coastal paradise of Wilmington, NC, where everyday life feels like a vacation. Nestled along the pristine shores of the Cape Fear River and Atlantic Ocean, Wilmington offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with stunning beaches, waterfront dining, and charming historic districts. Enjoy outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and paddleboarding, or explore scenic nature trails and gardens. Immerse yourself in the vibrant arts and entertainment scene, from local galleries to live music venues. With excellent schools, friendly neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community, Wilmington embodies the perfect blend of coastal beauty and Southern charm for an idyllic coastal living experience.\n
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\nWhy Choose Novant Health? \n
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\nAt Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves. \n
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\n Job Opening ID \n
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