Ophthalmology Physician

Ophthalmology opening in Cooperstown, NYLocated in the Foothills of the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains75 miles from Albany, NY; 190 miles from NYCPosition Details:

Full-time, permanent position

Hospital employed

Combined General and Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Seeking a general ophthalmologist with fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology.

Join an established group of 6 ophthalmologist and 2 optometrists. The current pediatric ophthalmologist is planning to retire and has a combined general/pediatric practice. A brand new eye clinic is being constructed and is expected to open in late 2024/early 2025

Current need is for high volume cataract surgeon who can also perform pediatric eye surgery

Current group has pediatric, retina, glaucoma, and cornea specialists

Support staff consists of ophthalmic technicians, LPNs, and RNs and are well trained

On call is every 6th weekend, from Cooperstown, and rarely busy

Outreach clinics are attended by all ophthalmologists but are limited to only one location each

There is no NICU coverage required

Referral patterns to tertiary care ophthalmologists are well established.

Salary Range: $209,810 - $442,308

Group Employed Model Job Qualifications:

MD, DO or MBBS

Board Eligible or Board Certified

NYS Licensure (or eligible to obtain)

BLS Certification RequiredHealth Network:Healthcare network is an integrated health care system that provides care and services to people living in an eight county region covering 5,600 square miles in Central New York. The organization includes six corporately affiliated hospitals, as well as skilled nursing facilities, community and school-based health centers, and health partners in related fields.Location:Nestled in the foothills of the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains, Cooperstown, NY is a beautiful resort village on Otsego Lake. Home to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, the Glimmerglass Opera Company, and the Fenimore Art Museum, the area also boasts many cultural and four season recreational advantages including theater, music, museums, golf, sailing, hiking, and skiing.