Cornea Faculty position at the Wilmer Eye Institute

Requisition #: A-117411-21

Status: Full Time

Type: Faculty

School: School of Medicine

Department/Program: Department of Ophthalmology

Location City: Frederick

Location State: MD

Location Zip Code: 21702

Closing Date: Open until filled

To apply: apply.interfolio.com/117411

General Description

Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute invites applications for a Cornea/Anterior Segment Physician at Wilmer Eye Clinic located in Frederick, Maryland.

This position will provide medical and surgical evaluation and management for corneal, cataract and external eye diseases and disorders. These include corneal dystrophies, keratoconus, endothelial keratoplasty, lamellar keratoplasty, corneal transplantion, dry eye, laster vision correction and corneal ulcers.

Frederick, Maryland is located less than one hour from Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

It is a busy, growing city surrounded by mountain views, vibrant main street communities, renowned restaurants and the historic Appalachian Trail.

Benefits of joining Wilmer Eye Institute's comprehensive care team in Frederick, MD include:

1.  Compensation includes guaranteed base salary and bonus pay commensurate with productivity and optical referrals.

2.  Generous benefits package including health insurance, 403B contribution, wellness offerings, family care programs,           commmunity discounts and tuition remission.

3.  Epic EMR system allowing collaborative care among the Johns Hopkins multidisciplinary health care team.

4.  Designated faculty mentor to guide academic pursuits and professional growth.

5.  Opportunities to participate in departmental and educational activities including continuing education courses, team         meetings, and professional development activities.

Qualifications

The candidate will have a MD or MD/PhD with a cornea fellowship, board certification in ophthalmology and eligibility for medical licensure in Maryland. Strongest consideration will be given to those with a minimum of two years' experience in refractive surgery, preferably in an academic medicine setting.

Candidates must qualify for the rank of Assistant Professor or higher in accordance with the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine criteria.

Application Instructions

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Pre-Employment Information

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