Ophthalmologist | $100k Sign-on-Bonus | $40k Residency Stipend | Columbia University Affiliate

 

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Job Title

Physician – Ophthalmologist – Cooperstown, NY

 

Overview

Bassett Healthcare Network, a progressive, academic health system in central New York, and a major teaching affiliate of Columbia University, is seeking an Ophthalmologist to join our staff. Visa Sponsorship Available.

Description

Bassett Healthcare Network is an integrated health care system that provides care and service to people living in an eight county region covering 5,600 square miles in Central New York.  The organization includes five corporately affiliated hospitals, as well as skilled nursing facilities, community and school-based health centers, and health partners in related fields. 

 

This is vibrant and sophisticated upstate community set in a bucolic lake front village affording four seasons of cultural and outdoor activity. An unparalleled and well-appointed community sport center.

Job Description & Responsibilities

·         Join an established group of 4 Ophthalmologists and 3 Optometrists

·         Current need is for high volume cataract surgeon-general ophthalmologist

·         Currently there are specialists in medical retina, pediatrics and glaucoma. Sub-specialty interest in glaucoma, oculoplastic, cornea and cataract surgery would be welcome

·         The support staff is well trained and experienced in both the clinic and operating room 

·         On call is every 5th weekend and rarely busy

·         Salary Range: $433,000 - $525,000 plus performance-based compensation. This compensation range represents Bassett Healthcare’s good faith belief of the compensation range at the time of this posting or advertisement. Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards

·         Bassett offers Physicians an incentive plan with no earnings cap.  Individual performance and productivity can significantly enhance compensation with potential upside realized within the first year of employment

·         Residency stipend up to $40,000 for up to 18 months prior to graduation

·         Sign-on Bonus up to $100,000

·         Group Employed Model

·         Visa sponsorship available – J-1 and H-1B candidates welcome to apply

 

Job Qualifications

·         MD, DO or MBBS

·         Board Eligible or Board Certified

·         NYS Licensure

·         BLS Certification Required

 

Benefits

·         Medical, dental and vision insurance

·         Paid time off, including vacations and holidays

·         Life insurance and disability protection

·         Paid malpractice

·         Retirement plan

·         CME time and money

·         Supportive transition bonus

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For confidential consideration, please contact:

Amanda Sittler, Medical Staff Recruiter 

Phone: 607-547-6982; Email: Amanda.sittler@bassett.org

or visit our web site at www.experiencebassett.org

 

Bassett Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

 

About Bassett Healthcare Network

Bassett Healthcare Network is a beacon to the people of Central New York, spanning over 5,600 square miles across eight counties. Our network includes five hospitals; two centers of excellence, including the Bassett Heart Care Institute and Bassett Cancer Institute; over two dozen community-based health centers; more than 20 school-based health centers; two skilled nursing facilities; and other health partners in related fields.

What began in 1922 with the vision of our pioneering founder, Dr. Mary Imogene Bassett, continues today through the leadership of president and CEO Staci Thompson, MHA, FACMPE. We have remained dedicated to an enduring mission: to improve the health of our patients and the well-being of our communities.