Adult and Pediatric Retina Surgeon

The Havener Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at The Ohio State University (OSU) is a growing practice. We are currently seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in the retina division specializing in surgical retina and assisting with pediatric retina. Adult surgical retina call would be shared amongst 8 OSU retina surgeons and pediatric call amongst 2 OSU retina surgeons, with one already in place for two years.  ROP screening is not expected as this is done by an experienced team of pediatric ophthalmologists. This is an open search for tenure or non-tenure track at the Assistant, Associate, or higher commensurate with experience. This individual will be responsible for patient care, research, and education at OSU Wexner Medical Center and our community Satellite clinics. Pediatric Retina would be at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Ohio State University prides itself in being one of the largest universities in the country. The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences has been established for over 100 years. The Havener Eye Institute primary location is located in the Eye and Ear Institute building which is a state-of-the art facility that offers an on-site outpatient surgical center. We also have several sites in OSU Multispecialty Office buildings with Ambulatory Surgery Centers in metro Columbus. We strive to provide the highest quality of care for our patients with the latest surgical equipment and instrumentation. It is located in Columbus, Ohio- a vibrant community with a culturally diverse 1.8 million population base.

Columbus is the third fastest growing major metropolitan area in the Midwest and the 14 largest city in the nation. It is consistently ranked in the top in nearly every category – economic growth, things to do, affordable cost of living, and great place to raise a family. The cost of living is low and there are many sporting, dining and recreational opportunities in the city (Check out www.experiencecolumbus.com). Columbus is home to several Fortune 500 companies and ranks in Money Magazine’s picks as one of the ten best big cities.

REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be board eligible or board certified in Ophthalmology by the time of appointment, and be eligible for licensure in the State of Ohio. Qualified candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and have completed an approved residency program in Ophthalmology and fellowship training in Surgical Retina. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience and academic credentials. Demonstrated interest in scholarship and discovery by evidence of basic and/or clinical applied research and publications. Commitment to resident, fellow and medical student education is required.