Retina Specialist
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Summary
Our surgeons possess unmatched depth and breadth of surgical knowledge in the area, specializing in less invasive techniques and innovative practices. You will be a part of a team that is setting the bar for surgical excellence.
Job description
Specialty
Our surgeons possess unmatched depth and breadth of surgical knowledge in the area, specializing in less invasive techniques and innovative practices. You will be a part of a team that is setting the bar for surgical excellence.
- Be at the forefront of leading-edge technologies, delivering high-quality care to patients
- Collaborate seamlessly with expert clinicians and with other highly trained professionals, all possessing unique areas of expertise
- An adaptable environment stays current with the latest advancements in medical technology
Join a team of unmatched surgical expertise. Many of our physicians have trained at the nation’s best academic institutions and published promising research in prestigious medical journals. Our surgeons perform more than 85,000 surgeries every year – 25 percent more than other centers in the region.
In a Retina Surgical Specialist career, you’ll experience:
- Work with a team of Ophthalmologists, Optometrists, Opticians, and Certified Ophthalmic Assistants
- Well established high-volume practice with strong referral network
- Includes clinical and surgical care of patients with retina diseases (Intravitreal injections, Vitreoretinal surgeries, ROP - Retinopathy of Prematurity Service)
- The office is equipped with full-scale equipment required to see patients of all ages. For a candidate interested in retina, the office is equipped with Cirrus OCT with Angio, Wide field Zeiss fundus camera, and Argon laser. There is a full-service optical shop that includes contact lens services. The office has a dedicated Medspa room offering limited aesthetic services. Surgeries are performed at ASC (no ownership stake) and in the hospital when general anesthesia is needed.
Qualifications
- Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified with American Board of Ophthalmology
- A valid Pennsylvania Medical License or ability to obtain one is required
- Reasonable call expectation
- Fellowship trained in Retina
Requirements
- Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified with American Board of Ophthalmology
- A valid Pennsylvania Medical License or ability to obtain one is required
- Reasonable call expectation
- Fellowship trained in Retina
Benefits
- Starting Bonus
- Resident and Fellow Educational Stipends
- Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
- CME Time and Allowance
- Relocation Assistance
- AI Scribe Solution
Company overview
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a major healthcare provider and hospital network based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, serving the Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania regions. Founded in 1899, LVHN operates as a comprehensive healthcare system with 13 hospital campuses, 28 health centers, numerous primary and specialty care physician practices, and multiple urgent care locations. The network's flagship facility, Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, is Pennsylvania's third-largest hospital and features the state's first Level One Trauma Center. LVHN provides a wide range of medical services including specialized institutes for cancer care, heart and vascular treatment, surgical excellence, orthopedics, and neuroscience. The network operates the third-largest heart surgery program in Pennsylvania, performing over 1,200 open-heart procedures annually, and maintains one of the state's largest cancer centers treating over 2,400 new patients each year. In August 2024, LVHN completed a merger with Jefferson Health, becoming part of a larger healthcare system with 32 hospitals and over 700 locations across Pennsylvania. Prior to the merger, LVHN was the largest employer in the Lehigh Valley metropolitan region, with approximately 20,000 employees dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community.