Provides ophthalmology services to SEARHC patients in Southeast Alaska in the outpatient clinic and surgical settings. Provides ophthalmological consultations to other SEARHC providers and optometrists throughout the consortium. May travel to field clinic sites to provide care.SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the JobProvides comprehensive ophthalmology medical and surgical services to SEARHC patients, including evaluations, clinical analysis, diagnosis, surgery, and treatment. (70%)Evaluates and treats patients with ophthalmological conditions including complex glaucoma, retinal or corneal conditions, macular degeneration, oculoplastic and autoimmune pathologies.Completes ophthalmological testing as needed: appropriately incorporates use of ancillary services, radiological studies, and diagnostic exams in the clinic setting.Performs ophthalmological surgeries, such as cataract and retinal procedures, within the capability of local facilities.Collaborates with optometrists, ophthalmic technicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.Works with SEARHC medical leadership to participate in quality assessment and quality improvement initiatives, including peer review, where appropriate.Remains current on ophthalmology treatments and advancements through continuous education and training.Works with SEARHC medical leadership to provide educational programs to the SEARHC medical staff on at least an annual basis.Collaborates with SEARHC administrative leadership, particularly Specialty Leadership, to build and promote the ophthalmology service line. This may include meetings with providers and members of the community in Juneau, Sitka, and other SEARHC communities as needed. (10%)Guides policy, protocol, and process development.Advises operational leadership regarding equipment acquisition to meet patient and program needs.Develops relationships with optometrists and other SEARHC providers to disseminate information regarding program elements and ensure appropriate transitions of care for patients.Performs ophthalmology consultations at the request of other care providers. (10%)Participates in all medical staff functions as requested, to include quality assurance. (5%)Abide by medical staff bylaws, rules and regulations. (5%)Other FunctionsEvaluates patients for ability to treat conditions locally and refers them to higher level of care when appropriate.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesAssists in building an ophthalmology service that meets population needs.Guides the care team and other providers in providing quality ophthalmology care.Education,Certifications, and Licenses RequiredCompletion of a bachelor’s degree, medical school degree, and an accredited ophthalmology residency.Active Alaska medical licenseBoard Certified or EligibleExperience Required2 years working as an ophthalmologist in clinical and surgical settings.Knowledge ofAbility to gather information, analyze data, and make advanced clinical determinations. Requires advanced knowledge in medicine and in the specialty of ophthalmology.Requires specialty knowledge in treatment and therapies for ophthalmological disorders.Requires knowledge of regulatory guidelines and standards of care for medical and surgical ophthalmology.Skills inOral and written communications skills.Clinical judgment skills.Appropriate and judicious use of tests (e.g. laboratory and imaging tests).Ability toAbility to work cooperatively with patients.Ability to work cooperatively with other health professionals.Ability to work cooperatively with support staff.Required Certifications:If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! SummaryLocation: AK - JuneauType: Full time
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