Academic Surgical Retina Ophthalmologist - Worcester, MA

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 16,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

The Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at UMass Memorial Health, the clinical partner of UMass Chan Medical School, seeks a board certified or board eligible Surgical Retina Ophthalmologist to join our award-winning department.

Qualifications:

• Has trained in a reputable ACGME accredited residency program
• Has gained experienced to manage AMD, Retinal Detachment and other retinal diseases
• Has the ability to obtain or already has obtained Massachusetts medical licensure

About the Opportunity:

• We offer a high-volume clinical practice in a space conducive to your success with new state-of the art clinical facilities. We serve a community of over one million in Central Massachusetts.
• Research interests are encouraged as we offer extensive opportunities in clinical, basic, and translational research
• We foster equity and you will have the benefit of a highly competitive and transparent compensation plan
• We offer an exceptional opportunity with a stimulating and supportive environment for candidates interested in practicing the Massachusetts hub of academic medicine. In our empowered and motivated group, rapid advancement toward your career goals will be realized and supported.

About Central Massachusetts:

Centrally located, Worcester is just miles from Boston, Providence, and the beaches of Cape Cod and Rhode Island. Just a short ride away is the scenic Berkshire and Wachusett mountains with skiing, hiking and outdoor enrichment. We offer access to a variety of lifestyles and the gift of choice to be in a community that serves you best.

The city of Worcester is enriched by:

• Beautiful panoramic views of Lake Quinsigamond
• Nine colleges and universities, including the premier UMass Chan Medical School
• Booming technology, research, manufacturing and health care industries Great public schools, affordable housing and plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities
• A thriving restaurant scene
• A broad array of diverse sports and visual and performing arts venues

As the leading employer in the Worcester area, we are committed to upholding outstanding principles within Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and seek talent and ideas from individuals of varied backgrounds and viewpoints.

Please visit our department website: http://www.umassmed.edu/ophthalmology to learn more about us.

Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae addressed to: Carmen Sanderson, Provider Recruiter carmen.sanderson@umassmemorial.org(774) 525-1935

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.