Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist Job at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, IN

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  • Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
  • Nashville, IN

Job Description

The Vanderbilt Eye Institute in Nashville Tennessee is seeking a pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus specialist to join our pediatric division faculty which currently includes seven fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologists four pediatric optometrists seven orthoptists and five pediatric ophthalmic subspecialists with an average annual volume of approximately 35000 outpatient visits and 1500 surgical cases. Active training programs include our pediatric ophthalmology fellowship program an ophthalmology residency an orthoptist training program and a technician training program. The Vanderbilt Eye Institute is a multi-specialty academic ophthalmology practice with over 60 full-time clinical and research faculty members state of the art facilities and equipment and multiple offices that serves an annual patient volume of nearly 200000. We promote a collegial and academic environment with a collaborative culture that has enabled unprecedented growth over the past quarter century. The Childrens Hospital is adjacent to our main campus and is consistently ranked as one of the best in the southeastern United States.

We seek fellowship-trained Pediatric Ophthalmology faculty candidates who are certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Ophthalmology and eligible for an unrestricted Tennessee medical license. This position carries a full-time clinician-educator clinician-investigator or clinical practice track appointment at the assistant associate professor or professor level as appropriate. The ideal candidate has the desire to build a busy patient care is committed to teaching medical students/residents/fellows. Research opportunities at Vanderbilt abound and are facilitated by world-class informatics support and multi-disciplinary collaborations within and outside of our thriving Academic Medical Center. Leadership opportunities within the Department or the Childrens Hospital may be available for the appropriate candidate.

Nashville Tennessee is a growing thriving community with a rich history and warm Southern hospitality. Often referred to as Music City Nashville is a cultural and entertainment hub with a celebrated symphony Broadway performances and a thriving visual arts community. Known for its vibrant music scene and rich culinary landscape there are an array of recreational activities including parks hiking trails and water activities. Vibrant music venues for multiple genres include CMA Fest and theBonnaroo Music and Arts Festivalas well asthe Grand Ole Opryand the Country Music Hall of Fame. Nashville is also home to several professional sports teams including the Tennessee Titans Nashville Predators Nashville Soccer Club and the Nashville Sounds. The convenient BNA international airport offers direct flights to over 100 destinations. With a rapidly growing population and a welcoming atmosphere Nashville is an ideal location for physicians seeking both professional growth and a high quality of life. Tennessee has no state income tax.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled

Interested applicants may send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to:

David K. Wallace MD MPH

George W. Hale Professor and Chair

Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

System Ophthalmologist-in-Chief Vanderbilt Health

2311 Pierce Avenue

Nashville TN 37232-8808

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Required Experience:

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Job Tags

Full time

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