Academic Ophthalmology - Glaucoma Specialist

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Non-Tenure Track

The University of Missouri’s School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology, is searching for a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist to join our team. Our unique academic environment offers candidates an opportunity to build their own practice.

About MU Ophthalmology

Eye care services provided include refractive surgery, cataract surgery, macular degeneration, retinal disease, corneal transplantation, glaucoma, ocular oncology, neuro-ophthalmology, plastic surgery, children’s eye care, low vision, trauma and treatment for many types of eye disease. Our faculty and staff feel privileged to care for Missourians and are committed to being a center of excellence for ophthalmology in the Midwest.

In addition to treating more than 30,000 patients per year, our faculty and students conduct ground-breaking research in both the basic and clinical sciences. Research laboratories and support facilities span the entire second floor of the Mason Eye Institute with additional space located across the street at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital. Research interests within the department are diverse and cover a wide range of ophthalmologic problems.

Details

• Number of available positions: 1
• Meet our Team
  • Join a department of 22 ophthalmologists, 6 optometrists, 16 residents, and 3 fellows (retina, cornea, & glaucoma)
• Responsibilities are:
  • ~90% clinical
  • ~10% Teaching/education/administration
• Clinic Locations
  • 2 Locations in Columbia
    • Mason Eye Clinic - University Hospital
    • Mason Eye Clinic - East
• State-of-the-Art Equipment Available
  • Optos
  • Fundus Photos
  • ERG
  • OCT/HRT
  • Humphrey Visual Field
  • A-Scan
  • B-Scan

• We offer opportunities to assist in the department's growth, the education of students, residents, and fellows, as well as research and scholarly activities.

Our Training Programs

The Mason Eye Institute of the University of Missouri Columbia offers a four-year ACGME-accredited integrated residency training program. The residency program is in conjunction with the Harry S. Truman Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VA).

The University of Missouri/Mason Eye Institute is proud to offer three fellowships in vitreoretinal disease and surgery, glaucoma and anterior segment surgery, and cornea, external disease, and refractive surgery.

Qualifications

• MD/DO

• Candidate must be board certified/board eligible ophthalmologist with required training in glaucoma.

• For the purposes of this application, board-certified/board-eligible physicians are considered experienced.

Employees of the University of Missouri and University of Missouri Healthcare are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Our Community

Columbia is rated by Forbes magazine as the fifth best small city for business and careers in America and is consistently rated a top place to live by Money Magazine, boasting a low cost of living, a vibrant community, and nationally renowned public schools. Columbia is an ideal college town that combines small-town comforts, and community spirit, with big-city culture, activities, and resources. Our community is energetic and engaged, packed with restaurants and entertainment venues, and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at U.M. System Total Rewards Benefits

Our Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

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Vaccination Statement

After careful consideration of COVID-19 virus trends and the overwhelming evidence of COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness, the School of Medicine, along with MU Health Care, the Sinclair School of Nursing and the School of Health Professions, recently announced the decision to require COVID-19 vaccinations by Oct. 1, 2021, for all employees, unless granted a medical or religious exemption.

All new hires will be required to submit proof of vaccination prior to your start date. If you would like to request a medical or religious exemption, you must do so upon acceptance of employment so our team has time to review prior to your scheduled start date. You will not be allowed to begin work until you have submitted proof of vaccination or received an approved medical or religious exemption.

Thank you for helping us to create the safest environment possible for our colleagues, students and our patients by protecting yourself and others through COVID-19 vaccination.

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