Ophthalmologist - Cornea

The Department of Ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, is seeking a fellowship-trained Cornea Surgeon/Specialist to join our nationally recognized and highly collaborative team of ophthalmology experts.This is an exceptional opportunity to build a premier cornea practice within one of the world's leading academic medical centers. The successful candidate will provide advanced medical and surgical care, including corneal incisional surgery and complex anterior segment surgery, while collaborating closely with subspecialists across the department's comprehensive ophthalmology program.Our department includes approximately 40 ophthalmologists representing every major subspecialty, creating a uniquely collegial environment where multidisciplinary collaboration is part of everyday practice. In addition to patient care, this role offers the opportunity to educate and mentor residents and fellows while contributing to Mayo Clinic's longstanding tradition of innovation and discovery.Candidates with a passion for academic medicine will thrive in our environment. The department maintains well-established and highly respected cornea research programs, providing outstanding opportunities for clinical, translational, and laboratory-based research. Protected academic time and extensive institutional resources support physicians who seek to advance the field while delivering exceptional patient care.As a physician at Mayo Clinic, you will join a physician-led, non-profit organization consistently recognized for excellence in patient care, education, and research. Mayo Clinic's integrated, multi-specialty practice model fosters collaboration across disciplines, allowing physicians to focus on what matters most: delivering the best possible outcomes for patients. While benefiting from the resources and reputation of a world-class institution with campuses in Minnesota, Arizona, and Florida, physicians also enjoy the autonomy to shape their practice and contribute to the strategic direction of their department.If you are seeking a career that combines clinical excellence, academic opportunity, innovative research, and unmatched collegiality, we invite you to explore a future with Mayo Clinic.Application RequirementsPlease submit a CV and cover letter outlining your clinical experience, patient care philosophy, academic interests, and reasons for joining the Mayo Clinic Department of Ophthalmology.What We OfferA collaborative practice alongside nationally and internationally recognized ophthalmology subspecialists.Access to cutting-edge technology and robust institutional research resources.Opportunities for professional growth, leadership, innovation, and academic advancement.A physician-led culture focused on providing the highest quality care for patients with complex ophthalmic conditions.Join Mayo Clinic at a Transformational TimeThrough Bold. Forward. Unbound., Mayo Clinic is investing $5 billion to transform healthcare delivery in Rochester, Minnesota. This landmark initiative combines cutting-edge facilities, advanced technology, and innovative care models to create an unparalleled environment for patient care, research, and education. Physicians joining Mayo Clinic today have the unique opportunity to shape the future of medicine while building an impactful and rewarding academic career within a world-renowned organization.Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits HighlightsMedical: Multiple plan options.Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.Vision: Affordable plan with national network.Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.Equal OpportunityAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. M.D., D.O., or equivalent medical degree.Board-certified or board-eligible in Ophthalmology.Completion of an accredited Cornea and External Disease fellowship.Expertise in corneal incisional surgery, keratoplasty procedures, and complex anterior segment surgery.Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Minnesota.Demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.Interest in resident and fellow education within an academic medical center.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.Full timePosting Date: 2024-11-07