Physician / Ophthalmology / New York / Permanent / Ophthalmology Job

Ophthalmologist

At Essen Health Care, we care for that! As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and underserved residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women's health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program. Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!

Job Description

• Repair traumatic eye injuries, diagnose eye ailments, and prescribe medications.
• Provide routine care such as vision testing and prescribing glasses and contact lenses.
• Perform corrective surgeries, such as repairing injuries and corneas, and removing cataracts.
• Perform advanced surgical procedures, such as keyhole or laser surgery.
• Diagnose and treat eye diseases and injuries.
• Manage emergency eye clinics, outpatient clinics, or other specialist eye clinics.
• Treat medical disorders that affect vision through a holistic approach.
• Use therapeutic procedures and perform biopsies.

Requirements

• Willingness to maintain up-to-date knowledge of the diseases, functions, and anatomy of the eye.
• Meticulous, analytical, and have very steady hands.