Retinal Surgeon

Vitreo-Retinal Surgeon - Job Opportunity

Temple, Texas

Baylor Scott & White Health is recruiting a BC/BE Fellowship trained Vitreo-Retinal Surgeon to join an established Ophthalmology practice in Temple, Texas.

Position Highlights

• Join an established Ophthalmology practice at Baylor Scott & White Medical to provide care to patients in the community.

• Team includes: 13 Ophthalmologists including - 2 Vitreo-Retinal Surgeons / 6 Optometrists

• Busy schedules Monday-Friday; dedicated time for OR, clinic, procedures, and laser

• Participate in education with a well-established Ophthalmology Residency Program as well as medical students through Baylor College of Medicine

• Call: 4 weeks per year

• Employed position with a comprehensive benefit package

• Epic EMR system with Kaleidoscope for Eyes; Zeiss Forum for image management

Benefits: Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits and time off401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar employer match

• 457(f) savings plan with employer contribution

• CME reimbursement ($4,200) and 3 weeks paid days off for CME each year

• 4 weeks of paid vacation days each year

• Excellent relocation assistance package, and much more!

About Us

As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott & White Health now includes 48 hospitals, more than 1,000 access points, 9,600 active physicians, and 48,000 employees, plus the Scott and White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute and Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance-a network of clinical providers and facilities focused on improving quality, managing the health of patient populations, and reducing the overall cost of care.

About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple is a 574-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital with a Level I Trauma designation. In 2018, the hospital was ranked as one of the top 100 hospitals and one of the top 15 teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. The hospital has 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs that include specialties in emergency medicine and radiology and offers a well-established and respected chaplain resident program.

About the Community

Temple is regarded as one of the best areas to live and work in Texas and was ranked the sixth most affordable place to live in the U.S. in 2019. In addition to no state taxes, Temple enjoys a robust economy, and a cost of living that's lower than the national average. Served by four independent school districts and nationally recognized Temple College, the community places a high priority on education. Dubbed the "Wildflower Capital of Texas," Temple lies along the famous Texas Wildflower Trail and is the demographic center of the state, with convenient access to major cities including Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.

Qualifications:

• Doctorate Degree in Medicine

• Fellowship Training required

• Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board

• Board Certified or Board Eligible with the American Board of Ophthalmology

Five of our hospitals made Healthgrades' America's 250 Best Hospitals list, indicating they are in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence.

For additional information, please contact:

Melisa Harrison, Physician Recruiter | ~~~

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.