Pediatric Ophthalmologist
Nemours Children's Health · Wilmington, DE
Posted October 20, 2026
Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware · 1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE, US, 19803
- Pay: Nemours does not post a pay range for this role (competitive base compensation plus annual incentive)
- Employment: Full time
- Location: Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware
- Nemours Job ID: 19078
The Division of Ophthalmology at Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware in Wilmington, is actively recruiting a fellowship-trained BC/BE pediatric ophthalmologist to join a growing clinical and academic group of pediatric ophthalmologists.
The candidate should have experience in all aspects of general pediatric ophthalmology. Participation in daily clinical activities, including outpatient visits, surgery, and hospital consultation, allows a diverse exposure to all areas of pediatric ophthalmology.
In addition to the clinical responsibilities, the physician will participate actively in the education and training of ophthalmology residents and medical students from Thomas Jefferson University. Academic appointment is awarded by Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University based on established professorial guidelines.
Join us in building the future of Ophthalmology in the region and receive a generous sign-on bonus as part of your recruitment package!
This unique opportunity offers
- Anterior and posterior segment surgery capability
- Comprehensive diagnostic testing capabilities
- Challenging practice ranging from common pediatric ophthalmology problems to care of ophthalmologic problems in children with complex medical problems
- Diagnostic capabilities including OCT, ERG & VEP
- Experienced group of pediatric ophthalmologists and exposure to all aspects of pediatric ophthalmology
- Opportunity for Research and collaboration with other Pediatric subspecialists, the University of Delaware and other academic institutions.
- National and region-wide referral of patients
- Affiliation to major academic centers in the tristate area
- Opportunity to train the ophthalmology residents and medical students throughout the academic year.
Situated on a beautiful estate in Wilmington, DE and close to Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs, Nemours offers a unique opportunity to practice in a premier setting. The area is known for its top ranked school systems, recreational opportunities, family-oriented settings, access to world class restaurants, professional sports teams, and entertainment.
As a Nemours physician, you’ll be part of an award-winning team where innovation is the norm. As a pediatric system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. As one of the nation’s leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to more than 280,000 children each year in our pediatric hospitals, specialty practices and primary care practices in Delaware, Florida, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
What we offer
- Growing area close to the Delaware beaches that offers NO state sales tax
- Competitive salary and robust benefits package
- 6-weeks paid family leave
- Generous CME allowances
- 403(b) with employer match & a 457(b) plan
- Licensure and dues allowance after hire
- Tuition reimbursement & tuition discount programs with various Universities for Associates and their dependents
- Adoption assistance and 6 weeks of Paternity leave
If you’re looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric care, this is the opportunity for you.
Employer
Nemours Children's Health
Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. It delivers care across six states through two freestanding children's hospitals and a network of more than 70 primary and specialty care practices, with a mission to deliver well beyond medicine to improve the health of children.
The Nemours system:
- Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware in Wilmington, built on the grounds of the historic Nemours Estate
- Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida in Orlando's Lake Nona Medical City
- Specialty and primary care across Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Florida, including Jacksonville, Pensacola, Lakeland and the Space Coast, plus partner hospital units and urgent care
Why physicians and advanced practice providers choose Nemours:
- Faculty appointments at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University (Delaware Valley) and academic, teaching and research opportunities
- Competitive base compensation with an annual incentive plan
- Comprehensive benefits, mortgage assistance, relocation packages, and 403(b) with employer match plus 457(b) plans
- Licensure, CME and professional dues allowance, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility as a not-for-profit
- Places to live from Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley to Central Florida and the Gulf Coast