Physician-Ophthalmology/Retina Staten Island

Job Summary:

We are seeking a physician trained in ophthalmology with subspecialty training in medical retina to join us in pursuit of high-quality patient care to provide Ophthalmology services including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, coordination of care, preventive care and health maintenance.

The Ideal Candidate:

• One to three years of ophthalmology clinical experience in an outpatient setting.
• Ability to treat and diagnose a wide variety of vitro-retinal conditions and improve patient outcomes.
• Demonstrate competency in diagnosis and treatment to assure high standards of patient care and safety are maintained.
• Patient-centered approach toward a positive patient experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Interest in population health management and value-based care.

Responsibilities:

• Review patient medical history, reports and examination results.
• Perform retinal examination, and order/interpret tests (OCT, photos, fluorescein angiograms, and other tests as approriate).
• Evaluate, diagnose, and provide appropriate treatment and patient care for a wide variety of vitro-retinal conditions.
• Treat retinal diseases, such as diabetic retinopathy, vascular occlusions, and macular degeneration,
• Perform office-based procedures, including:
  
  
  
  • Intravitreal injections.
  • Focal and pan-retinal photocoagulation.
  • Laser of retinal tears
  
  
  
  
• Prescribe medications and formulate ongoing treatment and disease management plans.
• Recommend suitable management for the patient, including but not limited to, preventive health recommendations and habits.
• Collaborate with primary care providers and internal and external optometrists and ophthalmologists, including internal virtual consults.
• Provide relationship-centered care, taking into account the patient's psychosocial and physical needs.
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records.
• Communicate effectively with the clinical team to ensure total delivery of quality care.
• Participate in medical staff educational programs and meetings.