Ophthalmology PRN Physician

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Department

Job Summary

The Ophthalmology Division at Denver Health is seeking a board certified or board eligible Ophthalmologist to join our team as an Intermittent/PRN Ophthalmologist to cover patient care/ophthalmology resident supervision on an as needed basis.  Denver Health serves as one of the graduate medical education sites for the University of Colorado, and the successful candidate will be engaged in supervising and teaching ophthalmology residents in a resident-run clinic (general or subspeciality clinics such as retina and glaucoma if candidate’s experience/training allows). The ability to teach and supervise residents in the operating room, particularly with cataract surgery, is a plus.

As Colorado’s primary safety-net institution, Denver Health serves as a model for other safety net institutions across the nation. This is an ideal position for an individual who enjoys not only supervising and teaching ophthalmology residents but also enjoys working with a diverse patient population and is committed to the care of underserved and marginalized patients. The individual will be dedicated to performance standards that result in the highest quality patient care and clinical/surgical standards while advancing the Denver Health culture of excellence.

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Physicians at Denver Health serve as teachers for trainees seeking clinical experience at Denver Health and provide education for post graduate medical trainees.

2. Focus on Superior Patient Care by 1) practicing evidence-based, high-quality state-of-the art medicine; 2) encourage increased patient understanding, involvement in care, and treatment decisions; 3) achieve and maintain optimal patient access; 4) insist on departmental focus on superior patient service; and 5) participate in or support education and research.

3. Collaborate on Care Delivery by 1) including staff, other physicians and management in both service and patient care improvements; 2) treat all members with respect; 3) demonstrate the highest levels of ethical and professional conduct; and 4) behave in a manner consistent with Denver Health goals.

4. Listen and Communicate by 1) providing clinical information in a clear and timely manner; 2) requesting information and resources needed to provide care consistent with Denver Health goals; and 3) provide and accept feedback in a respectful manner from all staff.

5. Take Ownership by 1) providing leadership to improve outcomes quality and service quality; 2) work to ensure personal, departmental and organization compliance with all legal and educational requirements; and 3) steadily improve the efficiency and economic aspects of your practice.

6. Quality Metrics. 1) Focus on clinically relevant outcome measures; 2) Change by embracing innovations to continuously improve patient care, service and organizational efficiency.

Interested applicants can apply online or submit CV to:

Aaron Ortiz, Manager of Provider Recruitment

[email protected] 

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

1. Graduation from an Accredited Medical School and completed Accredited Residency Programs and fellowships for specialist, or equivalent required.

2. Board Certified or Board Eligible.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques.

2. Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.

3. Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.

4. Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.

5. Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.

6. Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems.

7. Performs in a tactful and professional manner.

8. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

9. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Computers and Technology

1. Computer skill required - Proficient in Outlook and general EHR functionality.

2. Computer skills preferred – experience with the Epic EHR platform.

Certificates, Licenses and Registration

1. Medical license to practice in State of Colorado required.

Shift
Varies/PRN

Licenses:

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
• MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
• Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.
• Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.
• Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems.
• Performs in a tactful and professional manner.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Computer skills required.

Shift

Work Type

Salary

Benefits

• Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Community resource navigation support

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.