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Description

About Grady:

Grady Health System is one of the largest public hospitals in the United States and serves as a safety-net provider for metro Atlanta and beyond. Home to a Level 1 trauma center and the state’s only nationally verified burn center, Grady is a vital healthcare anchor for some of Georgia’s most vulnerable populations. The Grady Eye Center is a dynamic academic and clinical environment, offering over 25,000 patient visits and approximately 1,600 surgical procedures annually across a wide range of ocular conditions.

Why Join Us?

Impactful Work: Treat complex pathology and make a meaningful difference in underserved communities

Academic Engagement: Contribute to resident education and academic scholarship in a supportive and collaborative environment

Professional Growth: Benefit from access to Emory’s world-class faculty development, research resources, and leadership opportunities

Mission-Driven Culture: Join a team that prioritizes compassionate care, innovation, and health equity every day

Atlanta Living: Enjoy life in one of the most vibrant, diverse, and affordable major metropolitan areas in the U.S.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

MD or DO with completion of an ACGME-accredited ophthalmology residency

Strong comprehensive candidates welcome; Fellowship training in cornea or glaucoma preferred

Board-certified or board-eligible in ophthalmology

Demonstrated commitment to resident teaching, clinical excellence, and health equity

Eligible for licensure in the state of Georgia

Position Overview:

The Department of Ophthalmology at Emory University School of Medicine is seeking a compassionate, forward-thinking ophthalmologist to join the Grady Eye Center clinical faculty. This full-time position is ideal for candidates who are energized by challenging cases, passionate about equity, and committed to mentoring the next generation of physicians.

We are particularly interested in applicants with fellowship training in cornea or glaucoma, though experienced comprehensive ophthalmologists with a strong interest in trauma and surgical management are also encouraged to apply.

Core Responsibilities:

+ Manage a busy, personally staffed outpatient clinic

+ Participate in the surgical care of patients, including trauma and complex pathology

+ Supervise and teach ophthalmology residents in both clinical and operating room settings

+ Provide consultative services for Grady’s Emergency Department and inpatient units

+ Participate in departmental and community initiatives focused on equity, access, and innovation in eye care

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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**Job Number** _154415_

**Job Type** _Regular Full-Time_

**Division** _School Of Medicine_

**Department** _SOM: Ophthal: Admin_

**Campus Location (For Posting) : Location** _US-GA-Atlanta_

**_Location : Name_** _Grady Hospital_

**Remote Work Classification** _No Remote_

**Health and Safety Information** _Position involves clinical patient contact_