Oculoplastic Physician (Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon)

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Jefferson Health is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Oculoplastic Physician (Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon) to join our team of ophthalmology specialists in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

This is an exciting opportunity for a fellowship-trained physician to provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with conditions affecting the eyelids, orbit, lacrimal system, and surrounding facial structures. The successful candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of ophthalmologists, surgeons, and other specialists to deliver exceptional patient care.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in functional, reconstructive, and aesthetic oculoplastic procedures, possess strong surgical and clinical skills, and have a commitment to advancing patient outcomes through evidence-based medicine, education, and innovation.

This position offers opportunities to participate in academic medicine, clinical research, and the continued growth of ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery services within Jefferson Health.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Clinical and Surgical Care

- Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with conditions affecting the eyelids, orbit, lacrimal drainage system, and periocular structures.
- Perform functional and reconstructive oculoplastic procedures, including eyelid reconstruction, ptosis repair, blepharoplasty, and management of eyelid malpositions.
- Diagnose and surgically manage orbital diseases, including orbital tumors, inflammatory conditions, thyroid eye disease, and orbital trauma.
- Evaluate and treat lacrimal drainage disorders, including nasolacrimal duct obstruction and other conditions requiring surgical intervention.
- Perform orbital and periocular reconstructive procedures following trauma, tumor removal, or other complex conditions.
- Provide aesthetic oculoplastic procedures, as appropriate to clinical expertise, departmental needs, and patient demand.
- Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating evidence-based surgical techniques and patient-centered care.
- Collaborate with ophthalmologists, otolaryngologists, neurosurgeons, dermatologists, oncologists, and other specialists to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Provide preoperative evaluations, surgical management, and postoperative follow-up to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, surgical procedures, and postoperative care.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, surgical outcomes, and clinical excellence.

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 related to ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance surgical techniques, patient care, and clinical innovation.
- Participate in departmental conferences, clinical case discussions, and educational activities.
- Support the continued development and growth of oculoplastic and orbital surgery services within Jefferson Health.
- Engage in professional development and academic activities aligned with departmental priorities and individual interests.

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.
- Completion of fellowship training in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Ophthalmology through the American Board of Ophthalmology.
- Eligible for an unrestricted medical license in Pennsylvania.
- Eligibility for medical staff appointment and surgical privileges at applicable Jefferson Health facilities.
- Demonstrated clinical and surgical expertise in the management of oculoplastic, orbital, and lacrimal disorders.
- Strong communication, clinical decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
- Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate, patient-centered care.

Preferred

- Completion of an American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) fellowship.
- Experience performing complex orbital, lacrimal, and eyelid reconstructive procedures.
- Experience practicing within an academic medical center or multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
- Demonstrated interest in medical education, clinical research, or academic medicine.
- Experience managing both functional and aesthetic oculoplastic conditions.
- Commitment to surgical innovation, quality improvement, and evidence-based patient care.

Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type
Regular

Employee Entity

Primary Location Address
132 S 10th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

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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