Hospitalist Physician

Ophthalmic Hospitalist OD Opportunity in North Carolina Seeking an experienced Optometrist to serve as Hospitalist to join a multidisciplinary team in eastern North Carolina. This is a unique opportunity to provide first-line optometric care and non-urgent eye consultations. Residency training in ocular disease preferred. Candidates with an interest in practicing optometry in an academic setting are encouraged to apply. Highlights: Employed position Community Practice Model Full-Time Hospital privileges at the Medical Center Opportunity available due to programmatic expansion 974-bed level 1 trauma center Full-time back-up by fellowship trained ophthalmologists Responsibilities will include triaging and managing non-surgical injuries and conditions Opportunities for optometry resident/student training The Medical Center is a tertiary referral center with a large population of patients with complex pathology. Hiring providers of all specialties for a robust multi-specialty practice and plans to develop a teaching program on-site. There is a large hospital based and local optometrist and ophthalmologist-based referral network with few other retina specialists in the community. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package to include: Annual Stipend, Relocation Assistance, Vacation, Sick, & Holidays, Malpractice (with tail), 401k/457b, Medical, Dental, & Vision, Life Insurance Located inland off of the North Carolina coast, Greenville is 45 miles east of interstate 95, just over an hour to Raleigh, a little over an hour to the pristine beaches of the Crystal Coast of NC Home to East Carolina University (ECU), a vibrant university with an annual enrollment of more than 24,000 students Numerous waterways and the Greenville Greenway System are perfect for boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and camping Mild climate perfect for year-round outdoor activities Cost of living below the national average, diverse and affordable housing and excellent educational opportunities, both public and private Investment of more than $500 million in downtown Greenville's revitalization bringing new restaurants, shops, businesses, and residents to the area