Ophthalmologist

Ophthalmology

Athens, GA

Updated March 5

Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Our client is seeking a skilled Ophthalmologist to provide exceptional eye care services to our patients. As an Ophthalmologist with us, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients. If you are passionate about helping others and are looking for a rewarding career in optometry, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care

Provide comprehensive ophthalmic evaluations, including diagnosis and management of ocular diseases, refractive errors, and visual disorders.
Manage and treat conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and other anterior and posterior segment diseases.
Perform in-office diagnostic testing and interpret results, including OCT, visual fields, topography, and ultrasound as needed.
Prescribe medications, therapies, and vision-care solutions aligned with best practice guidelines.

Surgical Responsibilities

Perform cataract surgery and postoperative care; experience with advanced technology IOLs (ATIOLs) is preferred.
Conduct minor in-office surgical procedures (e.g., YAG capsulotomy, SLT, lesion removal).
Evaluate and manage surgical complications and coordinate additional surgical intervention when necessary.
Collaborate closely with surgical coordinators and technicians to ensure efficient workflow and exceptional patient experience.

Patient Experience & Communication

Educate patients on diagnoses, treatment options, surgical expectations, and postoperative care.
Build strong patient relationships with a compassionate, clear, and thorough communication style.
Provide co-management guidance to referring optometrists and maintain strong professional relationships within the community.

Team Collaboration

Work alongside optometrists, technicians, scribes, and administrative staff to support seamless clinic operations.
Participate in case discussions, clinical reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support training and development of clinical staff as needed.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR system.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, coding guidelines, and practice policies.
Follow established protocols for patient safety, infection control, and HIPAA regulations.

Skills

Qualifications

MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency program.
Board-Certified or Board-Eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Active or eligible state medical license.
Strong clinical and surgical competence in comprehensive ophthalmology.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and patient-service skills.

Job Details

Occupation: Physician
Specialty: Ophthalmology
Subspecialty: Glaucoma
Cataract/Anterior Segment
Job Type: Full-time
Degree Required: MD/DO
Board Certification: BC / BE
Compensation Type: Salary

Job Location

City: Athens
State: GA
Country: United States

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Company Details

Name: Partners Insight
Website: https://partnersinsight.com/open-opportunities/
Company Type: Recruiter
About: Our mission is to provide best in class service assisting Ophthalmologists, Optometrists, and students in a smooth and successful candidate journey. Our experienced recruiter's partner with you from start to finish, helping you navigate every stage of the job search with clarity and confidence. We champion our candidates, ensuring your confidentiality, you are treated fairly, supported fully, and positioned for long-term success. We identify opportunities that fit not just your skills, but the lifestyle, location, and clinical environment you want most. We support you with comprehensive career services, including CV review, interview preparation, follow-up support, and salary and contract guidance.