Part-time Ophthalmologist - Columbus, United States - Valley Healthcare System

Description

Job Type Part-time, Contract, TemporaryDescriptionValley Healthcare provides comprehensive primary care, selected specialties and referral services for the Chattahoochee valley regardless of circumstances.

We take pride in being patient-centered, team-based care, and we are not able to do so without you Our company is growing rapidly and we are currently in search of providers to help our growing families We are looking for an experienced provider who is passionate about caring for patients and treating their medical needs.

You will perform exams and procedures, counsel patients, and treat patients throughout their lifetime.


Education:
An M.D. from an accredited School of Ophthalmology. A minimum of one (1) year experience is preferred. Must be licensed to practice in Georgia. Must successfully pass a drug screening and a criminal background check.


Salary:
/ hourlyHours of operation: 1 day a weekMonday-Friday 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 am -1:00pmLocation:Columbus, GaSummary: Responsible for performing routine procedures, exams, and surgeries using independent professional judgment in the practice of ophthalmology

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ophthalmologist provide ophthalmic consultation to other medical professionals.
• Instruct interns, residents, or others in ophthalmologic procedures and techniques.
• Refer patients for more specialized treatments when conditions exceed the experience, expertise, or scope of practice of practitioner.
• Develop or implement plans and procedures for ophthalmologic services.
• Educate patients about maintenance and promotion of healthy vision.
• Ophthalmologist conduct clinical or laboratory-based research in ophthalmology.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of health professionals to provide optimal patient care.
• Provide or direct the provision of postoperative care.
• Document or evaluate patients' medical histories.
• Prescribe corrective lenses such as glasses and contact lenses.
• Ophthalmologist prescribe or administer topical or systemic medications to treat ophthalmic conditions and to manage pain.
• Perform, order, or interpret the results of diagnostic or clinical tests.
• Develop treatment plans based on patients' histories and goals, the nature and severity of disorders, and treatment risks and benefits.
• Perform laser surgeries to alter, remove, reshape, or replace ocular tissue.
• Ophthalmologist diagnose or treat injuries, disorders, or diseases of the eye and eye structures including the cornea, sclera, conjunctiva, or eyelids

Evaluation:
The evaluation of work performance, including: specific duties, responsibilities, demeanor, and work ethic, will be ongoing and implemented by the Chief Executive Officer per center policies

RequirementsMinimum Qualifications:
An M.D. from an accredited School of Ophthalmology. A minimum of one (1) year experience is preferred. Must be licensed to practice in Georgia. Must successful pass a drug screening and a criminal background check.


Compliance:
Adhere to company policies and procedures and all Federal, State and Local medical service requirements. To include HIPAA Privacy & Security.

Confidentiality (HIPAA):
Every employee is required to sign a Pledge of Confidentiality. Failure to comply with our Pledge of Confidentiality can or will lead to immediate termination of employment.

Confidentiality applies to a patient's Personal Health Information (PHI) and includes:
written, oral and electronic communications. Each employee has an obligation to maintain confidentiality after their employment/association with this facility ends.

Security (HIPAA):
Every employee is required to protect their computer log-on and password. You must secure your work area prior to leaving it unattended for an extended period of time.

You are required to log-off of your computer and secure your work area prior to leaving at the end of the day.

If you have a responsibility for closing or locking files, securing equipment, or locking the building and you do not comply with these requirements, you will be subject to reprimand and/or termination based upon the infraction.

We are required by law to protect patient privacy, identifiable patient information, and all properties containing such information.


Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand for an extended period of timeAbility to sit for an extended period of timeAbility to lift 10-15 poundsTHIS POSITION IS AT RISK FOR OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE TO BLOOD AND/OR BODILY FLUIDS