Comprehensive Ophthalmologist | Hospitalist

The Havener Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at The Ohio State University is seeking applicants for a full-time comprehensive ophthalmologist with ophthalmic hospitalist duties at the assistant professor level or higher.  Focus will be on inpatient and emergency department ophthalmologic care, teaching, limited clinical practice including ocular surgery (e.g. cataracts), and opportunities for research.  This role will require staffing of surgeries generated from the clinic as well as shared call coverage for open globes. Duties will include ophthalmic urgent care service, bedside procedures and imaging, and didactic and clinical training of residents.  The position will have support from a full complement of subspecialist ophthalmologist colleagues.   

The Department
The Ohio State University (OSU) prides itself on being one of the largest universities in the country. The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences has been established for over 100 years. The Havener Eye Institute has its primary location in the Eye and Ear Institute near campus. We have five state-of-the-art ambulatory facilities, several of which have on-site outpatient surgical centers. In addition, we provide consult services for two Emergency Departments and across our range of seven inpatient facilities including but not limited to: The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital, and Dodd Rehabilitation Hospital. We strive to provide the highest quality of care for our patients with the latest surgical equipment and instrumentation. OSU is located in metropolitan Columbus, Ohio, which is a vibrant community with a culturally diverse 1.8 million population base. Columbus is consistently ranked at the top in nearly every category – economic growth, things to do, affordable cost of living, and a great place to raise a family. The cost of living is low and there are many sporting, dining, and recreational opportunities in the city (Check out ). Columbus is home to several Fortune 500 companies and ranks in Money Magazine’s picks as one of the ten best big cities. 

Requirements
Applicants must be board-eligible or board certified in Ophthalmology by the time of appointment, and be eligible for licensure in the State of Ohio. Qualified candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and have completed an approved residency program in Ophthalmology.  Successful completion of fellowship training is favored, but not required.  Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience and academic credentials. Knowledge and proficiency in the medical and surgical management area of subspecialty. Demonstrated interest in scholarship and discovery by evidence of clinical publications is desirable. Commitment to resident, fellow, and medical student education is required.

For consideration, please send a CV along with a cover letter to:
Sayoko Moroi, MD, PhD | Professor, and Chair | Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences
Attn: Tiffany Bauman, MBA | Physician & Faculty Recruitment |Tiffany.Bauman@osumc.edu

The Ohio State University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status