Ophthalmology Opening in Yuba City, CA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Ophthalmology
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Yuba City, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
8/16/24
**Ophthalmology opening - Yuba City, CA**
- Located 40 miles from Sacramento
- Salary: $339,900 - $463,500
**About the Opportunity:**
- Full-time, permanent position
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive medical, dental, mental health, and specialty healthcare services in Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Sutter, Tehama and Yuba counties
- Diagnose and treat a variety of eye conditions and diseases, potentially performing procedures and addressing traumatic eye injuries
- Conduct comprehensive eye exams, vision test, and additional test on patients as needed
- Prescribe corrective lenses for eyeglasses and contact lenses and medication
- Provide management and treatment for chronic eye diseases like glaucoma and macular degeneration
- Offer pre- and post- care in collaboration with surgical specialists
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals ensure comprehensive patient care
- Stay current with advancements in Ophthalmology including trends in care, diagnosis, and treatment of eye disorders and integrate new techniques into practice when approved
- Educate patients on proper eye are and preventive measures
- Maintain EHR/Medical Records documentation, keeps case histories in accordance, and meets contractual requirements per corporate procedures
- Participated in consumer education and in-service training for support personnel
- Quality of care (Quality Measures) and participation in Peer Review
- Offer virtual care via phone and video calls, utilizing video whenever possible, encompassing assessments, clinical history collection, diagnosis, and guidance tor treatment
- Must adhere to assigned shifts including evenings and weekends as per contract
- Capable of independent job performance, punctual attendance, consistent completion of scheduled shifts, and ensures high-quality patient care
- Work with multidisciplinary team including other doctors and staff
- Provide input in development and implementation of plans and procedures for ophthalmologic services
- Other physician duties as assigned by supervisor
**Qualifications:**
- Must hold a valid California State Physician and Surgeon License
- Must be BC/BE in Ophthalmology
- Current CPR certification
- Demonstrates thorough understanding of the clinic's structure or protocols
- Education:
- Must hold MD or Do degree from an accredited medical school
- Must have completed and approved Ophthalmology residency program
- Skills:
- Must have neat and legible handwriting
- Must be able to interact with patients, vendors and co-workers courteously and calmly
- Ability to communicate well with the public and excellent hand-eye coordination
- Proven work experience as an Ophthalmologist
- Expert working knowledge of the diseases, functions, and anatomy of the eye
- Strong physics and math skills with excellent medical knowledge
- Good administrative and managerial abilities