Clinical Instructor & Director of the Pediatric Refractive Surgery Service

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Ophthalmology          

Job Title: Clinical Instructor & Director of the Pediatric Refractive Surgery Service

Position #00839318 – Requisition #37620

Job Summary:

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU-SOM) has a part-time (0.25 FTE) clinical instructor position available. This position will also serve as the director of the pediatric refractive surgery service. This position would be working directly with Dr. Emily McCourt, partnering with her based on needs at the Pediatric Ophthalmology clinic at Children’s Hospital Colorado.

Key Responsibilities:

• This position will be responsible for direct patient care at the CHCO in medical and surgical management of ophthalmic pediatric disorders and strabismus

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO

Why Join Us:

The Department of Ophthalmology is housed in the Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus.  This state-of-the-art facility is one of the largest eye centers in the country and serves not only patients in the Rocky Mountain region but also patients all over the world.

The technological innovations conceived and developed by departmental faculty have changed the practice of eye care throughout the world.  Our educational programs train the next generation of leaders in ophthalmology.  Our specialists have developed national and international reputations for excellence in routine and complex ophthalmic care.  We have invested heavily in tracking our clinical outcomes and we are proud that our clinicians perform at the highest levels in their respective fields.

The mission of the Department of Ophthalmology is to be a nationally recognized department of ophthalmology by providing exemplary patient care founded on educational leadership, innovative research, and high ethical standards.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Completion of an approved residency program in ophthalmology.

• Must be Board Certified or eligible and have a Colorado medical license or be eligible.

• Must be fellowship trained in pediatric ophthalmology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise and interest in retinopathy of prematurity is preferred.

• Interest in pediatric refractive surgery is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally

• Knowledge and proficiency in medical and surgical management of pediatric ophthalmic disorders is required.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the f