Opportunity Criteria
UCLA Health: Staff Physician, Ophthalmology – Specialty in Oculoplastics
The Department of Ophthalmology and Doheny Eye Center at UCLA are seeking a full-time, junior to mid-level Ophthalmologist to support the Doheny Eye Center in Fountain Valley.
Patient Care services include:
- Clinical Evaluations: Conduct comprehensive examinations for patients with periorbital diseases, vision-obstructing ptosis, thyroid eye disease, and facial trauma.
- Reconstructive Surgery: Perform complex surgeries such as entropion/ectropion corrections, orbital decompressions, socket reconstruction, and tear duct (dacryocystorhinostomy) procedures.
- Cosmetic Procedures: Execute functional and cosmetic blepharoplasty, brow lifts, and aesthetic facial injections (e.g., Botox, dermal fillers).
- Patient Care: Develop personalized treatment plans, manage pre-operative and post-operative care, and order diagnostic tests like CT or MRI scans.
Other duties include:
- Assist with ordering prescription eyeglasses for pediatric and adult vision programs
- Serve as a clinical resource to staff by answering questions related to exams and refractions
- Collaborate with residents and fellows from the Stein Eye Institute and participate in teaching medical students, undergraduate students, and volunteers
- Engage with patients, families, educators, and community partners to address vision-related questions and support ongoing care
- Maintain a full-time clinical schedule, providing patient care five days per week
- Participate in monthly departmental meetings
The University of California seeks to recruit and retain a strong workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the people of California, maintain excellence, and foster a community of diverse perspectives and experiences. The University of California, Los Angeles is required to provide an estimate of the salary range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. Salary offers are determined based on candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is $142,100–$348,100 annual base salary.
Required Qualifications:
- MD or DO
- Board-eligible or board-certified in Ophthalmology
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited ophthalmology residency
- Active/Eligible California medical license
- Advanced microsurgical skills, an in-depth understanding of the periorbital anatomy, and high aesthetic precision
About UCLA Health
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At UCLA Health, you can.
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nothing but the best of everything. Our national
reputation for clinical excellence is defined by our
renowned physicians, who are world leaders in
the diagnosis and treatment of complex illnesses
and injuries. We’d love to have you join us.
About UCLA Health
A foundation for achieving great things.
Our physicians provide outstanding patient care by living out our clear vision:
Be your best with the best.
At UCLA Health, more than 200 of our physicians are ranked among the nation’s Best Doctors. Because only 5% of our nation’s physicians are honored with this designation, we’re proud to have so many of our doctors recognized as being the best in their specialties.
We have ongoing openings at:
- Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
- UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica
- Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA
- UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital
- West Valley Medical Center
- Over 280+ UCLA Primary Care Practices, Specialty Practices and Urgent Care Centers
About Los Angeles
Living the life in LA
No matter where you serve with UCLA Health, you’ll enjoy the incredible Southern California lifestyle. Looking for spectacular scenery and exhilarating recreation? With beautiful beaches, majestic mountains and the dramatic desert all in your backyard, every activity imaginable is waiting for you. If spectator sports are your passion, you’ll find every major professional sport here. You’ll also be able to enjoy some of the world’s best and most famous restaurants, entertainment venues, theme parks and more.
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UCLA Health
- Los Angeles, CA
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Tiffany Marmolejo Physician Recruiter, UCLA Health
- Phone:424-946-5790
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