Physician (Ophthalmology) - Associate Chief of Surgery for Eye Care

Benefits

Parental leave

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Non-birth-parent leave

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Salary

$277K-$400K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

401(k) match

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$81,444 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+6.9% - Faster than average

316% above the BLS role benchmark for healthcare aggregate.

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Matched to SOC 29-1141 - Healthcare aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Healthcare From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Director Plus From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Schedule

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Weekend work

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Application

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Assessment

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Deadline

Dec 31, 2026 From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Where they hire

Hires in: FL From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

About this role

Physician (Ophthalmology) - Associate Chief of Surgery for Eye Care West Palm Beach, Florida Summary The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below. The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center is seeking an experienced and dynamic Physician (Ophthalmology) to serve as the Associate Chief of Surgery for Eye Care, utilizing basic management skills in planning, problem solving, leadership communication, and personnel management. Duties This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. Eligible applicants will be referred until all vacancies are filled. The Associate Chief of Surgery for Eye Care will be responsible for the daily operation of the Eye Care Section, and may be designated as the Acting Chief of Surgery during the absence of the Chief of Surgery on an "as needed" basis. Duties include, but are not limited to: Monitoring the quality of eye care rendered throughout the hospital and satellite facilities, including surgical, emergency, outpatient, and special procedure areas. Recommending through Surgical Service to the hospital administration and medical staff, the type, amount of equipment, and supplies necessary for providing appropriate care in the Eye Clinics and the Operating Room. Developing regulations and providing oversight concerning quality of care and patient safety in the Eye Clinics and the Operating Room. Establishing a program of continuing education for all personnel having Ophthalmology and Optometry privileges and ensures all mandatory training is completed timely. Participate in, support, and grow robust residency and externship programs that are currently present in the

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