Ophthalmologist

Comprehensive Ophthalmologist

Our client located in the Trenton, NJ area is seekig a skilled Ophthalmologist to provide exceptional eye care services to our patients. As an Ophthalmologist with us, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients. If you are passionate about helping others and are looking for a rewarding career in optometry, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive ophthalmic evaluations, including diagnosis and management of ocular diseases, refractive errors, and visual disorders.

• Manage and treat conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and other anterior and posterior segment diseases.

• Perform in-office diagnostic testing and interpret results, including OCT, visual fields, topography, and ultrasound as needed.

• Prescribe medications, therapies, and vision-care solutions aligned with best practice guidelines.

Surgical Responsibilities

• Perform cataract surgery and postoperative care; experience with advanced technology IOLs (ATIOLs) is preferred.

• Conduct minor in-office surgical procedures (e.g., YAG capsulotomy, SLT, lesion removal).

• Evaluate and manage surgical complications and coordinate additional surgical intervention when necessary.

• Collaborate closely with surgical coordinators and technicians to ensure efficient workflow and exceptional patient experience.

Patient Experience & Communication

• Educate patients on diagnoses, treatment options, surgical expectations, and postoperative care.

• Build strong patient relationships with a compassionate, clear, and thorough communication style.

• Provide co-management guidance to referring optometrists and maintain strong professional relationships within the community.

Team Collaboration

• Work alongside optometrists, technicians, scribes, and administrative staff to support seamless clinic operations.

• Participate in case discussions, clinical reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Support training and development of clinical staff as needed.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR system.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, coding guidelines, and practice policies.

• Follow established protocols for patient safety, infection control, and HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency program.

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

• Active or eligible state medical license.

• Strong clinical and surgical competence in comprehensive ophthalmology.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and patient-service skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with premium cataract surgery (toric, multifocal, extended-depth-of-focus lenses).

• Interest in growing surgical volume and building long-term patient relationships.

• Comfort working in a high-volume clinical setting.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team-oriented, patient-centered practice.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Full-time, Monday–Friday clinical schedule (no major holidays; call requirements vary by practice).

• Modern clinic setting with advanced technology and experienced support staff.

• Opportunities for professional growth, including expanded surgical offerings and leadership development.