Section Chief of Ophthalmology
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Doctor/Physician
Healthcare Consultant, Medical Doctor, Surgeon, Ophthalmologist
Section Chief Ophthalmologist opportunity with Fayetteville NC Veteran Affairs Medical Center (VAMC)
The Fayetteville NC VAMC Surgical Care Service Line is seeking a Section Chief of Ophthalmology. You will care for veterans in the outpatient clinic, operating room and would be the Site Director for UNC ophthalmology residents. The Fayetteville VA Eye Section is a fully integrated service with ophthalmologists, optometrists, low vision staff, nurse case managers, nursing staff, and an RCI consult team.
Throughout the Fayetteville VA Eye Section there is dedicated technician support, on-site lasers, and on-site optical shops.
- US Citizen
- Board Certified in Ophthalmology
- Previous leadership experience is preferred
The staffing is 1 Section Chief and 2 Staff Ophthalmologists with several fee for service providers and UNC staff.
The Fayetteville VAMC provides health care services to approximately 80,000 Veterans in 19-counties within southeastern North Carolina. Our facilities include the Fayetteville VA Medical Center, two health care centers, one in Fayetteville and one in Wilmington, and 18 outpatient clinics.
Teaching and learningThe Fayetteville VAMC has affiliations with 44 colleges and universities that include 112 programs, including a stand‑alone Dental Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program that collaborates with Fort Bragg dental training facilities.
Primary clinical affiliations include- University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology
- East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine
- Campbell University Pharmacy Residency Program
Full‑time, primarily day shift Mon‑Fri 8:00 to 4:30 pm with secondary call. Residents take call first and then attendees backup if needed.
Recruitment or Relocation Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus)May Be Authorized (reachout for details)
Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment)Position eligible for up to $200,000 over 5 years with a maximum of $40K per year.
Paid Time Off50‑55 days of annual paid time offer per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME).
RetirementTraditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
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