Neuro-Ophthalmologist

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Jefferson Health is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Neuro-Ophthalmologist to join our team of ophthalmology specialists in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
This is an exciting opportunity for a fellowship-trained physician to provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of complex neuro-ophthalmic conditions within a collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
The successful candidate will work closely with specialists in ophthalmology, neurology, neurosurgery, and other disciplines to deliver exceptional patient care. This position offers opportunities to participate in medical education, clinical research, and the continued advancement of neuro-ophthalmology services within Jefferson Health.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical expertise, a commitment to evidence-based medicine, and a passion for improving outcomes for patients with complex visual and neurological disorders.
Job Description
Clinical Care
• Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients with neuro-ophthalmic disorders affecting the visual pathways, optic nerves, ocular motility, and neurological control of vision.
• Diagnose and manage conditions including optic neuropathies, papilledema, diplopia, visual field abnormalities, ocular motor disorders, and vision changes associated with neurological diseases.
• Evaluate patients with complex neuro-ophthalmic presentations, including those associated with multiple sclerosis, intracranial lesions, cerebrovascular disease, and other neurological conditions.
• Interpret diagnostic studies, including optical coherence tomography (OCT), visual field testing, neuroimaging, and other specialized ophthalmic assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans using evidence-based clinical practices and a patient-centered approach.
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, and other specialists to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Provide consultation services for patients with complex neuro-ophthalmic conditions across applicable inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, disease progression, and long-term management.
• Participate in clinical quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, care coordination, and improved clinical outcomes.

Academic and Collaborative Opportunities
• Participate in the education and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows, as applicable.
• Contribute to clinical research, scholarly activities, and academic initiatives aligned with departmental priorities and individual interests.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance the diagnosis and treatment of complex neuro-ophthalmic conditions.
• Participate in clinical conferences, case discussions, and departmental educational activities.
• Support the continued development and growth of neuro-ophthalmology services within Jefferson Health.

Qualifications
Required
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in Ophthalmology or Neurology.
• Completion of fellowship training in Neuro-Ophthalmology.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Ophthalmology or Neurology through the appropriate American Board of Medical Specialties member board.
• Eligible for an unrestricted medical license in Pennsylvania.
• Eligibility for medical staff appointment and clinical privileges at applicable Jefferson Health facilities.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of neuro-ophthalmic disorders.
• Strong communication, clinical decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

Preferred
• Experience providing neuro-ophthalmology services within an academic medical center or multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Demonstrated interest in medical education, clinical research, or academic medicine.
• Experience managing complex neuro-ophthalmic conditions requiring coordination across multiple specialties.
• Commitment to clinical innovation, quality improvement, and evidence-based patient care.

Work Shift
Worker Sub Type
Regular
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Primary Location Address
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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