Comprehensive Ophthalmologist

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Florida College of Medicine-Jacksonville seeks to add a full-time Comprehensive Ophthalmologist.. Major responsibilities include providing excellence in patient care, teaching, and, if desired, clinical research contributing to a diverse academic eye practice.

The Department consists of a small but growing group of talented ophthalmologists and optometrists, who offer a wide array of eye care services to the Jacksonville community. Our specialties include cornea and external disease, glaucoma, anterior segment surgery, diseases of the retina, uveitis, ocular tumors, oculoplastic and orbital surgery, neuro-ophthalmology, contact lenses, low vision and electrophysiology. We are a multi-specialty single location academic practice with a robust clinical volume. The Department has its own ophthalmology-specific surgery center adjacent to its clinical offices. In addition to training our own Ophthalmology residents, we are involved in medical student education and training of residents from other medical and surgical services at UF Health Jacksonville.

The Department is open to the interests of potential candidates, and flexibility exists for those seeking specific experiences or career paths. Given the range of possibilities, both experienced and recent graduates are welcome to apply. Hiring and appointment will be through the University of Florida, with excellent benefits including health care, retirement, and paid vacation/sick leave. The compensation structure is competitive and commensurate with all levels of experience.

Requirements: MD and BC/BE in General Ophthalmology