Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Job Post Description

Novant Health Coastal Region seeks a Pediatric Ophthalmologist to diagnose, treat, and manage all eye conditions in children, from vision development to surgical needs such as cataracts, glaucoma, and crossed eyes (strabismus). The role includes comprehensive eye exams, vision testing, prescribing glasses or contacts, managing complex conditions, performing surgery, and collaborating with other specialists.

• Manage a growing population within the Coastal Region of North Carolina.
• Variable schedule.
• Competitive compensation package.

• Board-certified Ophthalmologist (MD/DO) with fellowship training in pediatric Ophthalmology.
• Pediatric expertise:
  Understanding visual development and managing children’s unique needs.
• Strabismus:
  Special focus on eye muscle problems and misalignment, often treating adults with these conditions too.
• Excellent clinical, surgical, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to teamwork, research, and education.

• Diagnosis & Treatment:
  Identify and treat vision problems (amblyopia, refractive errors), eye diseases (glaucoma, cataracts, infections, ROP), and alignment issues (strabismus) in infants, children, and adolescents.
• Surgery:
  Perform microsurgery, laser surgery, and complex eye muscle procedures.
• Consultation:
  Provide specialized care for systemic conditions affecting eyes (e.g., diabetes, JRA) and manage premature infants.
• Patient & Family Care:
  Adapt exams for children, use age‑appropriate tools, and educate parents on eye health.
• Corrective Lenses:
  Prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses.

• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave benefits.
• Malpractice coverage.
• Emphasis on work‑life balance.
• Employment with NH Medical Group.

• Two‑year salary guarantee.
• Relocation allowance.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance.

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