Assistant Professor, Ophthalmology/Glaucoma

Department Overview

OHSU Casey Eye Institute is a premier academic medical center providing eye care for adults and children in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. We treat eye conditions from the most straightforward to the most complex and offer expert care in all ophthalmology specialties. Since 1945, OHSU Casey Eye Institute doctors and vision scientists have worked side by side to discover the causes of eye disease and find new treatments. Bringing research and patient care together helps us turn possibilities into realities OHSU Casey Eye Institute is a "High Performing" eye hospital, which means we are ranked in the top 10 percent nationally by U.S. News & World Report.

Function/Duties of Position

The duties of this position include:  Providing clinical care to Glaucoma patients of the University Hospital and Clinics and affiliated hospitals and clinics; engaging in public service through consultative activities with non-university groups as approved by Department Chair; providing staffing to residents seeing Glaucoma and General Ophthalmology patients; teaching residents and house staff about glaucoma diseases and issues; performing research relevant to glaucoma. 

Compliance expectations: You will be expected to abide by all state, federal and institutional compliance regulations and will be required to attend compliance training; perform requirements for Staff Members as outlined in Compliance Roles and Responsibilities in OHSU Hospitals and Clinics; and complete specific compliance requirements as outlined by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners.  You must carry out responsibilities in an ethical, effective and professional manner, and report potential compliance problems using the reporting processes as outlined in the Code of Conduct.  You will be expected to model ethical and appropriate behavior, professional standards, compliance and personal integrity.  It is required that you understand and comply with the OHSU Code of Conduct, departmental policies and procedures, and applicable rules and regulations.  You will adhere to all Casey Eye Institute Service Excellence standards and expectations and attend all related mandatory training programs.  It is expected that you will document in medical records all patient care services delivered in support of third party bills; process billings for hospital and clinic charges in accordance with HCFA, Medicaid, Champus and all commercial and managed care carriers, and assure departmental compliance with all applicable third party payer regulations and contracts.

Required Qualifications

Requires a current, valid MD license, completion of an accredited residency program in Ophthalmology, and glaucoma fellowship training.

Strong clinical and patient assessment skills. Detail oriented, pro-active and meticulous in all aspects of work. Requires excellent organizational skills and strong communication and patient relations skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact well with employees at all levels of the organization is essential. Demonstrated innovation, initiative, and creative problem-solving skills are imperative. Ability to work well independently and multi-task is critical. Ability to plan and organize technical work and to adapt to a changing work environment is critical.  Must be able to assess and develop work tasks and systems in order to optimize clinic performance.  

Additional Details

Physical Requirements:

• Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls (specifically slitlamp and phoropter apparatus).
• Sit or stand while examining patients' eyes.
• Repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions.
• See details of objects whether they are nearby or far away.
• Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
• Understand the speech of another person.
• Hold the arm and hand in one position orhold the hand steady while moving the arm.
• Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.
• Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects.
• Determine the distance between objects.
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
• Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place.
• Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.
• Focus on one source of sound and ignore others.
• Make fast, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists.
• Choose quickly and correctly among various movements when responding to different signals.

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.