Retinal Specialist

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Kentucky, College of Medicine is seeking a board certified or board eligible Ophthalmologist with experience in the subspecialty of Retinal & Vitreous Eye Disease to meet the medical and academic needs of the department. This is a tenure-track faculty position for a physician interested in combining a clinical practice with research. The successful candidate will join a group of physicians that are committed to excellence in clinical care, instruction, scholarly activity and professional development in a robust and growing practice across eastern and southeastern Kentucky.

The primary responsibility of the individual in this position is to enhance the clinical practice of the Department of Ophthalmology. This person will be responsible for providing direct patient care, serving as an attending physician, and supervise fellows, residents and students. The individual in this position is expected to provide, develop and maintain clinical services as well as develop academic pursuits. A large endowment exists to support those with a research interest in macular degeneration.

Requirements include an MD or equivalent, completion of residency in Ophthalmology & fellowship in a surgical retinal subspecialty, as well as board certified or board eligible in Ophthalmology. The individual selected for this position must be able to obtain a Kentucky medical license prior to appointment.