Oculoplastic Reconstructive Surgeon

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), Galveston, TexasUTMB is home to the first medical school in Texas, has been at the forefront of educational, research and clinical excellence since 1891. UTMB has graduated more health professionals than any other academic health center in the state. UTMB's John Sealy Hospital in Galveston is home to a Level I Trauma Center, serving a nine-county area with a total population of more than 1.25 million people. UTMB's Jennie Sealy Hospital in Galveston opened in 2016 and offers private rooms in a patient- and family-centered environment. UTMB also provides services to the adjoining Galveston Hospital for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Shriner’s Hospital for Children. More than 80 UTMB clinics at 30 locations serve the rapidly growing Bay Area and Galveston with access to a full range of primary and specialty care.Assistant Professor, Oculoplastic Reconstructive SurgeonThe Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston, Texas is actively recruiting an enthusiastic Oculoplastic Surgeon for immediate hire. The purpose of this position is to provide faculty support to meet the teaching, research, and patient care needs of the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences and assist in fulfilling UTMB's threefold mission. The person in this position will be responsible for providing direct patient care, consultative services, outpatient services, and care of hospitalized patients. They will participate in all teaching activities of the Department including conferences and lectures, bedside teaching, and rounds; clinics and in-patient services; continuing medical education; and local, regional, and national meetings. This person is also responsible for advancing clinical knowledge through scholarly and research efforts and will participate in either basic research (laboratory) or clinical research and publication of scientific articles.Candidate Responsibilities:Provide direct patient care and consultative services.Participate in teaching activities including conferences, bedside teaching, and rounds.Engage in scholarly and research efforts in either basic or clinical research.The candidate should expect to see the following cases:Droopy Eyelid Surgery, including Blepharoplasty and Blepharoptosis Repair.Eyelid Cancer Excision and Reconstruction.Ectropion (out-turning) and Entropion (in-turning) Eyelid Repair.Tear Duct Infections and Abnormalities.Orbital Abnormalities, including Thyroid Eye Disease, Inflammation, Infections, and Tumors.Candidate Requirements:

Candidate should be a graduate of an accredited medical school, have completed an ACGME approved residency training program in ophthalmology, with interest and training in oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery, be Certified/Board Eligible in Ophthalmology, and have a Texas Medical License without restrictions.Income Package:

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and educational background. In addition, UTMB offers a superior benefits package, an excellent retirement program, a relocation allowance as well as other potential incentives.How to Apply:For more information, please submit a detailed Cover letter and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) to:301 University BlvdGalveston, TX 77568United StatesEmail: [insert email here]UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or veteran status. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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