What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmologist position at CO30 St Lukes Physician Group Inc?
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The St. Luke’s Physician provides ophthalmologic services in the general care and treatment of patients in both practice and hospital settings. Physician provides comprehensive services for patients on a continuing basis. Physician will provide high quality, cost effective medical care. This individual will also participate in quality, patient satisfaction and performance improvement initiatives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform comprehensive eye examinations to diagnose eye diseases, vision disorders, and injuries. Prescribe and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses, as applicable. Conduct high quality surgical procedures. Manage pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgery. Diagnose and treat ocular diseases. Provide emergency eye care and management of trauma cases. Perform within their subspeciality, retina, cornea, glaucoma, oculoplastic, pediatrics, etc. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans. Educate patients and their families on eye health, treatment options, and preventative care. Provide outstanding patient and family experience in all clinical settings. Participates in medical education for all clinical providers and learners. Stay updated on the latest advancements in ophthalmology and participate in continuing education and professional development. Demonstrate/model the hospital’s core values and customer service behaviors in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/Entity as well as the proper release of information. Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements. Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety. Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices. Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated. OTHER FUNCTIONS: Other related duties as assigned. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting for up to seven hours per day, four hours at a time. Standing for up to four hours per day, one hour at a time. Requires occasional fingering, handling and twisting. Occasionally requires lifting carry, pushing and pulling objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Occasionally requires reaching above shoulder level. Must have the ability to hear as it relates to normal conversation and to see as it relates to general vision. POTENTIAL ON-THE-JOB RISKS: Identified Risks, None Identified and/or Fit Tested Statement Which States That: Employees who work in patient care areas where they may have potential exposure to patients with suspected or proven tuberculosis (TB) must have the ability to wear a particulate respirator and be fit-tested in compliance with the current recommendations from the CDC (enforced by OSHA) or must provide physician documentation as to the inability to wear a particulate respirator. COMMUNICATIONS: Excellent written and verbal communications skills required. QUALIFICATIONS (MINIMUM) TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school. Completed residency in Ophthalmology. Board certification in Ophthalmology. Valid state medical license to practice ophthalmology. Fellowship training in a subspecialty (e.g., retina, cornea, glaucoma) Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills. Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Founded in 1872, St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of more than 23,000 employees providing services at 16 campuses and 350+ outpatient sites. With annual net revenue in excess of $4 billion, the Network’s service area includes 11 counties in two states: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. St. Luke’s hospitals operate the largest network of trauma centers in Pennsylvania, with the Bethlehem Campus being home to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital. SLUHN is the only Lehigh Valley-based health care system to earn Medicare’s five-star ratings (the highest) for quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction. It is both a Leapfrog Group and Healthgrades Top Hospital and a Newsweek World’s Best Hospital. The Network’s flagship University Hospital has earned the 100 Top Major Teaching Hospital designation from Premier 13 times total and eleven years in a row, including in 2023 when it was identified as THE #4 TEACHING HOSPITAL IN THE COUNTRY. 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