# Pediatric Ophthalmologist - Greenville, North Carolina

**Company:** [Commonwealth Medical Services](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/keeTEXJ8MZmGdm2R5VUMJA.md)
**Location:** Greenville, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** East - ECU Health - All

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## Description

### Pediatric Ophthalmologist

A growing **Pediatric Ophthalmology program** in **Eastern North Carolina** is seeking a **mission-driven, visionary Pediatric Ophthalmologist** to join and help advance a developing academic division. As one of the only pediatric ophthalmologists serving a region of approximately **1.5 million people**, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful community impact while contributing to program growth and academic development.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for **pediatric ophthalmic care**, strong **leadership and program-building skills**, and a commitment to **academic medicine**, including education and research. This position offers the chance to practice in an innovative, collaborative environment while addressing a significant regional need for pediatric ophthalmology services.

The medical center serves as a **tertiary referral center**, managing a high volume of complex ophthalmic conditions. The ophthalmology service continues to expand across subspecialties and has received **ACGME approval to launch a new Ophthalmology residency**, with the inaugural class beginning in **summer 2026**. The program benefits from a strong hospital-based referral network and community referrals in a region with limited subspecialty coverage.

### Opportunity Highlights include:

-   Employment within a **physician-led academic practice model**
-   Hospital privileges at a **tertiary medical center** and affiliated **ambulatory surgery center**
-   Opportunity created by **programmatic expansion**
-   **Academic appointment** available at the **Assistant or Associate Professor** level
-   Affiliated **children’s hospital** with:

-   Approximately **200 inpatient beds**
-   **NICU and pediatric step-down units**
-   State-of-the-art pediatric emergency department

-   Pediatric surgical subspecialty support, including:

-   Pediatric Neurosurgery
-   Pediatric General Surgery
-   Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
-   Pediatric Plastic Surgery

-   **Outpatient clinic** located near the hospital with **state-of-the-art equipment**
-   Responsibilities include **clinical care, teaching of trainees, and rotating call coverage**
-   Opportunities for **clinical and translational research**

## Requirements

### Education & Training

-   Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
-   Completion of an accredited Ophthalmology Residency program
-   Completion of an accredited Pediatric Ophthalmology Fellowship

### Certification & Licensure

-   Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology
-   Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Ophthalmology
-   Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted North Carolina medical license
-   Eligible for hospital privileges

## Benefits

### Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits include:

-   Relocation assistance
-   Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
-   Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
-   Retirement plans with employer matching (401(k)/457 options)
-   Medical, dental, and vision insurance
-   Disability and life insurance

Additional opportunities may include **loan repayment programs, sign-on bonuses, income guarantees, and residency or fellowship commitment stipends** for qualified candidates.