Instructor - Ophthalmology-Ophthalmic Hospitalist (Surgery)

Share Instructor - Ophthalmology-Ophthalmic Hospitalist (Surgery) Position Description Contributes to the university’s mission through teaching and service, some variation by academic unit Requisition ID 27316BR Work Location El Paso Org Level 1 Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso Campus HSC - El Paso Department Surgery Dept Elp Genl Major/Essential Functions Provides hospital-based ophthalmic care and consultation in an academic medical center with Level 1 trauma center designation Participates in teaching activities, including conferences and lectures, bedside teaching, and rounds for medical students and/or residents, and continuing medical education Advances clinical knowledge through scholarly and research efforts Performs a wide variety of ophthalmologic surgical procedures Provides on-call coverage, as scheduled Provides post-discharge care in the outpatient clinic Ensures compliance with HIPAA and billing regulations Adheres to institutional and departmental policies and procedures Demonstrates professionalism in accordance with the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine's Statement of Faculty Professional Responsibility Required Qualifications M.D. / D.O. Successful completion of ACGME-accredited residency training in ophthalmology Texas Medical License or eligible for licensure in the State of Texas Preferred Qualifications Board Certification in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology Strong work ethic and good team player Experience in teaching medical students and residents Experience in conducting research and publishing scientific reports Regional or emerging national reputation for the rank of associate professor or higher EEO Statement As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Jeanne Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. Does this position work in a research laboratory? No Required Attachments Resume / CV Job Type Full Time Pay Basis Monthly Minimum Hire Rate salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage. Travel Required Up to 25% Shift Other Grant Funded? No Job Group Instructors Job Expires 04/10/2025