Tinkbird Healthcare Staffing is seeking a mission-driven visionary leader to join their growing Pediatric Ophthalmology program in Eastern North Carolina. As one of the only pediatric ophthalmologists for a region spanning 1.5 million people along the eastern seaboard this opportunity offers a unique chance to make a significant impact on the local community and contribute to the development of a burgeoning academic division at ECU ideal candidate will have a passion for advancing pediatric ophthalmology care strong leadership skills and a commitment to practice development within an academic setting. This is an exciting time for the division which is part of the newly established academic division of Ophthalmology at ECU Health and the Brody School of the program moves forward with its application for an ACGME-accredited residency program the candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of the division. A site visit for the residency program was conducted in January 2025 and the program anticipates welcoming its first class of 3 residents per year in position offers the opportunity to work in an innovative collaborative environment while serving as a critical provider in a region with significant need for pediatric ophthalmology services. If you are passionate about both patient care and the advancement of academic ophthalmology this is a truly exceptional Employment by ECU Health Physicians Hospital privileges at ECU Health Medical Center and ECU Health Surgicenter Opportunity available due to programmatic expansion Opportunity for academic appointment through East Carolina University at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank 198-bed childrens hospital (52-bed NICU & 20-bed step down unit) and state of the art pediatric emergency department Childrens hospital medical staff includes Pediatric Neurosurgery Pediatric General Surgery Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery and Pediatric Plastic Surgery Opportunity for academic appointment through East Carolina University at the Assistant/Associate Professor level Outpatient clinic conveniently located near hospital with state-of the art equipment Responsibilities will include clinical practice teaching of trainees and rotating call coverage Opportunities for research Competitive Compensation and Comprehensive Benefits include: Relocation Paid Vacation Sick & Holidays Malpractice/Tail Coverage 401k matching/457 Medical Dental & Vision Disability & Life Insurance. For eligible candidates: loan repayment sign-on bonus income guarantees and residency/fellowship paid commitment stipends. About Us TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is a locum tenens and permanent placement healthcare recruiting firm that is bridging the gap between healthcare companies and high-quality candidates. We do that by utilizing our core values of communication collaboration and accountability. TinkBird is a Small Woman-Owned Business Employer. We encourage minority and female candidates to interested please apply or email your resume to We can always be reached by phone at
Pediatric Ophthalmology Opportunity in Greenville, NC
