Ophthalmologist - Comprehensive (24-RAH-SUR-OPH-08)
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- Ophthalmology
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- MED00035C Requisition #
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- Sep 03, 2024 Post Date
Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta & Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services and the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry (FOMD), University of Alberta are recruiting a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist. The Department’s vision is to lead patient-centered eye care through outstanding and integrated service, education and research.
The successful candidate will have medical and surgical experience and expertise in the identification and treatment of eye diseases including care of ocular surface disease, cataracts, screening for patients with systemic illnesses, glaucoma and common retinopathies. The University of Alberta seeks a candidate with a proven track record of publication in peer reviewed journals. Research and clinical teaching experience is essential. Interest in resident training is of significant importance.
The Department of Ophthalmology’s Eye Institute of Alberta (EIA) is a Center of Excellence for all levels of ophthalmic care. It serves a population of over 3 million people in the Edmonton region, the northern areas of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan as well as the Northwest and Yukon Territories. The hub for the EIA is the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH). The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences consists of over 40 staff ophthalmologists who work as physicians and surgeons, with teaching appointments within the FOMD at the University of Alberta. The University of Alberta Ophthalmology Residency program is highly regarded nationally and internationally, and is one of the department’s great strengths. Current areas of research strength include clinical trials, ocular genetics, and tele-ophthalmology.
Clinical Practice: Full time surgical and medical comprehensive practice; one day per week (average) at the Royal Alexandra Hospital EIA and the remainder will be community-based
Surgical Practice: A minimum of two operating days per month will be provided in the Edmonton Zone. The operating time will be shared with the other Ophthalmologists in the zone.
Call Responsibilities: The successful candidate will join the Ophthalmology on-call schedule where duties are shared between ophthalmologists in the Edmonton Zone. There is a requirement to be on-site at RAH for on-call days.
Teaching and Research: Regular teaching of Comprehensive Ophthalmology for medical students and ophthalmology residents is required. Teaching will be enabled through an appointment as a Clinical Academic Colleague within the University of Alberta FOMD.
Committee Work: It is expected that the successful candidate will assist in improving the lives of patients, learners and ophthalmologists in Edmonton by volunteering to participate on a variety of committees.
Research: The successful candidate will participate in eye care and ocular disease research and act as a mentor for learners including fellows, residents and medical students.
Applicants must be licensed in good standing, or eligible for licensure, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA). Candidates will have completed a residency in ophthalmology. Interest in and background pertaining to resident training is a plus.
Qualified candidates should submit a letter of intent outlining their clinical, teaching and research interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three professional references.
Application review will begin on September 1, 2024. The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
The University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.