Physician Ophthalmology - Competitive Salary

Job DescriptionJoin Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist as an Ophthalmology Physician in Winston-Salem —part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country. At Advocate Health, we're committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You'll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts.What's New & ExcitingA $100M, 165,000 sq. ft. standalone Eye Institute is opening in 2026 in Winston‑Salem's Innovation Quarter.The four‑story facility will house all eye services, surgical suites, research, and clinical trials—supporting 100,000+ patient visits annually.HighlightsFull‑time academic surgical glaucoma positionPrimarily outpatient clinical and surgical practiceWeekday schedule with shared callFull spectrum glaucoma procedures including MIGS and complex surgeryStrong support: ophthalmic techs, orthoptists, admin staff, research coordinatorsSignificant involvement in resident, fellow, and medical student educationFour residents per yearApproved fellowships in Cornea, Retina-Vitreous, Glaucoma, and PediatricsOpportunities for clinical research and industry-sponsored trialsCollegial, Collaborative, mentorship-driven academic environmentOpportunities for clinical research and industry‑sponsored trialsCollaborative, mentorship‑driven academic environmentBe part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service lineLeverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signatureExperience an environment that provides safe and equitable care for all patients TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREDMD, DO or MD-DO/PhDBoard certified or board eligible in ophthalmologyCompletion of fellowship training in medical and surgical glaucomaNorth Carolina unrestricted medical licensure or eligible BENEFITSPaid Time Off programs available for eligible positionsComprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverageRetirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resourcesFlexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expensesFamily support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy supportEducational assistance and professional development programsPaid medical liability insurance Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowancesRelocation assistance