Physician - Ophthalmology - Ophthalmologist - Ophthalmology/ Surgery

Job Description
Job Description Pediatric Ophthalmologist A growing Pediatric Ophthalmology program in Eastern North Carolina is seeking a mission-driven, visionary Pediatric Ophthalmologist to join and help advance a developing academic division. As one of the only pediatric ophthalmologists serving a region of approximately 1.5 million people , this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful community impact while contributing to program growth and academic development.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for pediatric ophthalmic care , strong leadership and program-building skills , and a commitment to academic medicine , including education and research. This position offers the chance to practice in an innovative, collaborative environment while addressing a significant regional need for pediatric ophthalmology services.
The medical center serves as a tertiary referral center , managing a high volume of complex ophthalmic conditions. The ophthalmology service continues to expand across subspecialties and has received ACGME approval to launch a new Ophthalmology residency , with the inaugural class beginning in summer 2026 . The program benefits from a strong hospital-based referral network and community referrals in a region with limited subspecialty coverage.
Opportunity Highlights include:
Employment within a physician-led academic practice model
Hospital privileges at a tertiary medical center and affiliated ambulatory surgery center
Opportunity created by programmatic expansion
Academic appointment available at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
Affiliated children’s hospital with:
Approximately 200 inpatient beds
NICU and pediatric step-down units
State-of-the-art pediatric emergency department
Pediatric surgical subspecialty support, including:
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Pediatric General Surgery
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
Pediatric Plastic Surgery
Outpatient clinic located near the hospital with state-of-the-art equipment
Responsibilities include clinical care, teaching of trainees, and rotating call coverage
Opportunities for clinical and translational research

Requirements
Education & Training
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
Completion of an accredited Ophthalmology Residency program
Completion of an accredited Pediatric Ophthalmology Fellowship
Certification & Licensure
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology
Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Ophthalmology
Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted North Carolina medical license
Eligible for hospital privileges
Benefits
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits include:
Relocation assistance
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Retirement plans with employer matching (401(k)/457 options)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Disability and life insurance
Additional opportunities may include loan repayment programs, sign-on bonuses, income guarantees, and residency or fellowship commitment stipends for qualified candidates.