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Neuro-Ophthalmologist Job
Henry Ford Health
Date: May 4, 2013
Location: Detroit, MI, US
Neuro-Ophthalmologist
Requisition #: 59227
Status: Full-Time with Full-Time Benefits (40 Hours)
Business Unit: HF Medical Group
Shift: Days
Department: OPHTHALMOLOGY
Weekends: Yes
Job Family: Doctor
Job Function: Physicians
Campus/Job Location Henry Ford Hospital Detroit Campus
Location (State/City): US-MI-Detroit
Overview
With continued growth and high patient demand Henry Ford Health System, Department of Ophthalmology, is seeking a board eligible/certified Neuro-Ophthalmologist to practice at Henry Ford Hospital.
Henry Ford Health System is one of the country's largest health care systems and a national leader in clinical care, research and education. Our system includes the 1,200-member Henry Ford Medical Group, six hospitals, Health Alliance Plan, 32 primary care centers and many other health-related entities throughout Southeast Michigan. We also have plans for future growth including a new community and health care development surrounding Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.
Founded in 1915 by auto pioneer Henry Ford, we continue to be committed to improving the health and well-being of a diverse Michigan community. In 2009 alone, Henry Ford Health System provided more than $173 million in uncompensated care. Henry Ford also is a major economic driver in Michigan and employs more than 23,000. Our health system is led by CEO Nancy Schlichting.
Our health system thrives on teamwork, and we know our physicians and employees achieve the greatest results when they are working together for a common goal - to provide quality care for our patients. If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment then we have a job for you!
The Henry Ford Medical Group is one of the nation's largest and most experienced group practices, with more than 1,000 physicians and researchers in more than 40 specialties who staff all Henry Ford hospitals and outpatient medical centers.
To learn more, visit HenryFord.com/physician
About Michigan
The State of Michigan holds the world's longest freshwater coastline, home to more than 100 public beaches and lighthouses, 99 state parks, and numerous lakes, campgrounds, and wildlife refuges. There are thousands of miles of hiking, biking, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling trails that thread their way across the state. And for a little rest and relaxation Michigan offers over 800 pristine golf courses.
About the City of Detroit and its Suburbs
Located in southeastern Michigan, Detroit is the largest city in the state, the 10th largest city in the United States and the eighth largest metropolitan area.
Detroit is home to top-notch entertainment venues, fun family attractions, glitzy casinos and world class museums. Including the Detroit Zoo, Detroit's International Riverfront is nearly three miles of RiverWalk complete for biking, jogging, walking and enjoying amazing views of the Detroit and Windsor, Ontario skyline. Wayne State University campus' is within walking distance from Henry Ford Hospital.
Metro Detroit is surrounded by diverse ethnic neighborhoods with a variety of dining options, from flaming cheese (saganaki) in Greektown, homemade tamales in Mexicantown, pierogies in Hamtramck (Polish), Tabbouli and Hommous in Dearborn (Arabic) and the local American favorite Coney Island hot dogs.
The Suburbs of Metro Detroit offer anything from sprawling newer communities with beautiful lakefront property to well-established historic neighborhoods. Close proximity and easy access to Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Campus as well as the Cranbrook School for the Arts and Cranbrook Science Center. The surburbs are also home to "The Henry" in Dearborn with the world's only hands-on industrial museum.
Detroit is home to a number of professional sports teams including the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Pistons.
Responsibilities
- This position will involve outpatient clinical care
- This position will be expected to provide excellent patient care and share call
- This position offers opportunities for collaboration, education of medical students, residents, and fellows, as well as participation in research
- Physicians who join the Henry Ford Medical Group are employed and work exclusively for the Group.
Qualifications
- Must be board certified or eligible in Neuro-Ophthalmology
- Residency/Fellowship training by an ACGME accredited program is required
Benefits:
- Salary is competitive and benefits include fully paid malpractice with tail coverage, specialty specific long-term disability, affordable family health benefits and an excellent retirement plan with matching employer funds.
- Physicians are linked through a unique “Blackberry” network and enjoy the use of our electronic medical record, including in-home access to radiographs, and electronic prescribing system.
- Opportunities for academic appointment at Wayne State University.
- A collaborative work environment focused on integrated patient care.
- Relocation Allowance
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Henry Ford Health System is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, weight/height, marital status, familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Requisition #: 59227
Status: Full-Time with Full-Time Benefits (40 Hours)
Business Unit: HF Medical Group
Shift: Days
Department: OPHTHALMOLOGY
Weekends: Yes
Job Family: Doctor
Job Function: Physicians
Campus/Job Location Henry Ford Hospital Detroit Campus
Location (State/City): US-MI-Detroit
Overview
With continued growth and high patient demand Henry Ford Health System, Department of Ophthalmology, is seeking a board eligible/certified Neuro-Ophthalmologist to practice at Henry Ford Hospital.
Henry Ford Health System is one of the country's largest health care systems and a national leader in clinical care, research and education. Our system includes the 1,200-member Henry Ford Medical Group, six hospitals, Health Alliance Plan, 32 primary care centers and many other health-related entities throughout Southeast Michigan. We also have plans for future growth including a new community and health care development surrounding Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.
Founded in 1915 by auto pioneer Henry Ford, we continue to be committed to improving the health and well-being of a diverse Michigan community. In 2009 alone, Henry Ford Health System provided more than $173 million in uncompensated care. Henry Ford also is a major economic driver in Michigan and employs more than 23,000. Our health system is led by CEO Nancy Schlichting.
Our health system thrives on teamwork, and we know our physicians and employees achieve the greatest results when they are working together for a common goal - to provide quality care for our patients. If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment then we have a job for you!
The Henry Ford Medical Group is one of the nation's largest and most experienced group practices, with more than 1,000 physicians and researchers in more than 40 specialties who staff all Henry Ford hospitals and outpatient medical centers.
To learn more, visit HenryFord.com/physician
About Michigan
The State of Michigan holds the world's longest freshwater coastline, home to more than 100 public beaches and lighthouses, 99 state parks, and numerous lakes, campgrounds, and wildlife refuges. There are thousands of miles of hiking, biking, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling trails that thread their way across the state. And for a little rest and relaxation Michigan offers over 800 pristine golf courses.
About the City of Detroit and its Suburbs
Located in southeastern Michigan, Detroit is the largest city in the state, the 10th largest city in the United States and the eighth largest metropolitan area.
Detroit is home to top-notch entertainment venues, fun family attractions, glitzy casinos and world class museums. Including the Detroit Zoo, Detroit's International Riverfront is nearly three miles of RiverWalk complete for biking, jogging, walking and enjoying amazing views of the Detroit and Windsor, Ontario skyline. Wayne State University campus' is within walking distance from Henry Ford Hospital.
Metro Detroit is surrounded by diverse ethnic neighborhoods with a variety of dining options, from flaming cheese (saganaki) in Greektown, homemade tamales in Mexicantown, pierogies in Hamtramck (Polish), Tabbouli and Hommous in Dearborn (Arabic) and the local American favorite Coney Island hot dogs.
The Suburbs of Metro Detroit offer anything from sprawling newer communities with beautiful lakefront property to well-established historic neighborhoods. Close proximity and easy access to Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Campus as well as the Cranbrook School for the Arts and Cranbrook Science Center. The surburbs are also home to "The Henry" in Dearborn with the world's only hands-on industrial museum.
Detroit is home to a number of professional sports teams including the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Pistons.
Responsibilities
- This position will involve outpatient clinical care
- This position will be expected to provide excellent patient care and share call
- This position offers opportunities for collaboration, education of medical students, residents, and fellows, as well as participation in research
- Physicians who join the Henry Ford Medical Group are employed and work exclusively for the Group.
Qualifications
- Must be board certified or eligible in Neuro-Ophthalmology
- Residency/Fellowship training by an ACGME accredited program is required
Benefits:
- Salary is competitive and benefits include fully paid malpractice with tail coverage, specialty specific long-term disability, affordable family health benefits and an excellent retirement plan with matching employer funds.
- Physicians are linked through a unique “Blackberry” network and enjoy the use of our electronic medical record, including in-home access to radiographs, and electronic prescribing system.
- Opportunities for academic appointment at Wayne State University.
- A collaborative work environment focused on integrated patient care.
- Relocation Allowance
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Henry Ford Health System is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, weight/height, marital status, familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Detroit
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