Permanent Pediatric Ophthalmology Opportunity in Greenville, NC

Job description

Tinkbird Healthcare Staffing is seeking a mission-driven, visionary leader to join their growing Pediatric Ophthalmology program in Eastern North Carolina. As one of the only pediatric ophthalmologists for a region spanning 1.5 million people along the eastern seaboard, this opportunity offers a unique chance to make a significant impact on the local community and contribute to the development of a burgeoning academic division

The ideal candidate will have a passion for advancing pediatric ophthalmology care, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to practice development within an academic setting.

As the program moves forward with its application for an ACGME-accredited residency program, the candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of the division. A site visit for the residency program was conducted in January 2025, and the program anticipates welcoming its first class of 3 residents per year in 2026.

This position offers the opportunity to work in an innovative, collaborative environment while serving as a critical provider in a region with significant need for pediatric ophthalmology services. If you are passionate about both patient care and the advancement of academic ophthalmology, this is a truly exceptional opportunity.

Highlights

· Opportunity available due to programmatic expansion

· Children’s hospital medical staff includes Pediatric Neurosurgery, Pediatric General Surgery, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, and Pediatric Plastic Surgery

· Outpatient clinic conveniently located near hospital with state-of the art equipment

· Responsibilities will include clinical practice, teaching of trainees and rotating call coverage

· Opportunities for research

· Competitive Compensation and Comprehensive Benefits include: Relocation, Paid Vacation, Sick, & Holidays, Malpractice/Tail Coverage, 401k matching/457, Medical, Dental, & Vision, Disability & Life Insurance. For eligible candidates: loan repayment, sign-on bonus, income guarantees, and residency/fellowship paid commitment stipends.