Physician Pediatric-Ophthalmology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Tinkbird Healthcare Staffing is seeking a mission-driven, visionary leader to join their growing Pediatric Ophthalmology program in Eastern North Carolina. As one of the only pediatric ophthalmologists for a region spanning 1.5 million people along the eastern seaboard, this opportunity offers a unique chance to make a significant impact on the local community and contribute to the development of a burgeoning academic division \n
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\nThe ideal candidate will have a passion for advancing pediatric ophthalmology care, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to practice development within an academic setting. \n
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\nAs the program moves forward with its application for an ACGME-accredited residency program, the candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of the division. A site visit for the residency program was conducted in January 2025, and the program anticipates welcoming its first class of 3 residents per year in 2026.\n
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\nThis position offers the opportunity to work in an innovative, collaborative environment while serving as a critical provider in a region with significant need for pediatric ophthalmology services. If you are passionate about both patient care and the advancement of academic ophthalmology, this is a truly exceptional opportunity.\n
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\nHighlights\n
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\n· Opportunity available due to programmatic expansion\n
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\n· Children’s hospital medical staff includes Pediatric Neurosurgery, Pediatric General Surgery, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, and Pediatric Plastic Surgery\n
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\n· Outpatient clinic conveniently located near hospital with state-of the art equipment\n
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\n· Responsibilities will include clinical practice, teaching of trainees and rotating call coverage\n
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\n· Opportunities for research\n
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\n· Competitive Compensation and Comprehensive Benefits include: Relocation, Paid Vacation, Sick, & Holidays, Malpractice/Tail Coverage, 401k matching/457, Medical, Dental, & Vision, Disability & Life Insurance. For eligible candidates: loan repayment, sign-on bonus, income guarantees, and residency/fellowship paid commitment stipends.\n
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\n About Us \n
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\nTinkBird Healthcare Staffing is a locum tenens and permanent placement healthcare recruiting firm that is bridging the gap between healthcare companies and high-quality candidates. We do that by utilizing our core values of communication, collaboration, and accountability. TinkBird is a Small, Woman-Owned Business Employer. We encourage minority and female candidates to apply. \n
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\nFor more information, please send updated CV to View email address on ziprecruiter.com\n