Pediatric Ophthalmologist (MD/DO) - Texas
commonwealth medical servicesAbilene, TX
Pediatric Ophthalmologist (MD/DO) - Texas
commonwealth medical servicesAbilene, TX
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About the role
Pediatric Ophthalmologist (MD/DO)
Position Summary:
The Pediatric Ophthalmologist provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for eye disorders affecting infants, children, and adolescents. This role focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of congenital, developmental, and acquired pediatric eye conditions, delivering evidence-based, family-centered care in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Evaluate and manage pediatric patients with ocular and visual disorders
- Diagnose and treat conditions such as strabismus, amblyopia, congenital cataracts, pediatric glaucoma, retinopathy of prematurity, and refractive disorders
- Perform pediatric ophthalmic surgical procedures consistent with training and privileges
- Provide medical management and longitudinal follow-up care for acute and chronic pediatric eye conditions
- Perform and interpret ophthalmic diagnostic testing and imaging appropriate for pediatric patients
- Collaborate with pediatricians, neonatologists, neurologists, geneticists, and other specialists
- Participate in care of premature infants and NICU consultations, as applicable
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and visual development
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
- Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or clinical staff as applicable
- Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an accredited ophthalmology residency program
- Completion of an accredited pediatric ophthalmology fellowship
- Board-eligible or board-certified in Ophthalmology
- Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensureDEA registration or eligibility
- Skills and Competencies
- Expertise in pediatric ophthalmology and pediatric surgical techniques
- Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and family counseling abilities
- Ability to work effectively with children and caregivers
- Commitment to evidence-based, patient- and family-centered care
- Work Environment
- Outpatient pediatric ophthalmology clinics, surgical centers, and hospital settings
- Call coverage as determined by practice or service needs
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods
- Manual dexterity for pediatric examinations and surgical procedures
- Visual acuity sufficient for detailed ophthalmic evaluation and microsurgery
Requirements: Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Senior
Location
Abilene, TX
Occupation
Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric
Industry
Offices of Physicians
Posted
2 days ago
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