About the position
The University of Miami's Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a Clinical Staff Fellow to join its prestigious program. This position is integral to the education of ophthalmology residents and fellows, which is regarded as a top priority at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. The Institute is recognized globally for its excellence in teaching, research, and patient care, serving as the ophthalmology department for Jackson Memorial Hospital and the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. It has been ranked as the #1 eye hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, and its residency program has received accolades from Ophthalmology Times and Doximity, the largest online physician network. As a Clinical Staff Fellow, the individual will be responsible for extensive direct patient care, including night and weekend on-call duties. The role also involves staffing residents in both clinic and operating room settings, as well as assisting in the teaching and training of residents within the Ophthalmic Training Program. The ideal candidate must excel in teaching and be prepared to take on appropriate administrative responsibilities. A valid and unrestricted State of Florida Medical License or Medical Faculty Certificate is required, along with an M.D. degree and completion of an accredited residency-training program in ophthalmology in the U.S. Candidates should be board certified or board eligible. This position is not limited to the listed duties and responsibilities; it may expand to include additional tasks as necessary. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and tuition remission, among other perks. UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, is South Florida's only university-based health system, providing leading-edge patient care supported by groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. The institution serves a diverse patient population across South Florida, Latin America, and the Caribbean, with physicians representing over 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and more than one million patient encounters annually. The University of Miami is committed to patient safety, requiring annual influenza vaccinations for employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in clinical care areas during the flu season.
Responsibilities
- Provide extensive direct patient care in ophthalmology.
- Participate in night and weekend on-call duties.
- Staff residents in clinics and operating rooms.
- Assist in teaching and training residents in the Ophthalmic Training Program.
- Assume appropriate administrative responsibilities as needed.
Requirements
- M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited institution.
- Successful completion of an ACGME accredited residency program in ophthalmology.
- Valid State of Florida Medical Licensure or Medical Faculty Certificate.
- DEA Certification.
- Board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance
- Tuition remission
- Annual influenza vaccination requirement for patient-facing roles
