Physician-Ophthalmology/Retina Staten Island

Job Summary:

We are seeking a physician trained in ophthalmology with subspecialty training in medical and/or surgical 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:

* Seeking both experienced - 2 years or above, and newly trained retina fellows

• 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 appropriate).

* 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:

o Intravitreal injections.

o Focal and pan-retinal photocoagulation.

o Laser of retinal tears

* Surgical retinal specialists will also perform weekly outpatient surgical procedures including:

o Pars plana vitrectomy.

o Scleral buckling.

o Epiretinal membrane peeling.

o Macular hole repair.

* 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.