Ophthalmologist

General Summary:

• Under general supervision of the president and in collaboration with the managerial team, the position is responsible for providing medical services to the patients of LECOM Health Medical Associates of Erie.

Main Functions:

• Provide patient education on eye health and disease prevention.
• Perform comprehensive eye examinations, including visual acuity tests, refraction, and slip lamp examinations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and treat various eye conditions and diseases, such as cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
• Perform surgical procedures, such as cataract extraction, LASIK, and corneal transplantation.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of patient visits and treatment.
• Prescribe and fit corrective lenses or contact lenses as needed.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in ophthalmology through continued education and research.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven work experience as a Ophthalmologist or similar role
• Fantastic manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination and visuospatial awareness
• Superb organization and time management skills
• Excellent decision-making skills and communication
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Emotionally resilient with the ability to make patients feel at ease
• Great management and leadership skills
• Relevant training and/or certification as a Ophthalmologist

LECOM Health’s full-time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package along with competitive wages. Enhanced benefits include Highmark Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health Insurance starting at only $70 a month! Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all full-time employees at no cost. The Health System also offers an excellent 403(b) Retirement Plan to qualified employees with an employer.