How to hire a neuro-ophthalmologist

How to hire a neuro-ophthalmologist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step neuro-ophthalmologist hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a neuro-ophthalmologist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new neuro-ophthalmologist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The neuro-ophthalmologist hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A neuro-ophthalmologist's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, neuro-ophthalmologists from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents neuro-ophthalmologist salaries for various positions.

   Type of Neuro-Ophthalmologist	Description	Hourly rate
   Neuro-Ophthalmologist	Physicians and surgeons diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses. Physicians examine patients; take medical histories; prescribe medications; and order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests... Show more	$70-273
   Ophthalmologist	An ophthalmologist is an eye physician specializing in the care and treatment of eyes and vision. Ophthalmologists are trained and licensed to practice medicine and surgery of the eye and treat all eye diseases... Show more	$62-203

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Clinical Care

   Responsibilities:

   • Sound interpersonal skills to establish and maintain comfortable and cooperative working relationships with physicians, patients and co-workers.
   • Conduct literature review and analysis of open angle glaucoma.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your neuro-ophthalmologist job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A neuro-ophthalmologist can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, neuro-ophthalmologists' average salary in hawaii is 45% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level neuro-ophthalmologists 74% less than senior-level neuro-ophthalmologists.
   • Certifications. A neuro-ophthalmologist with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a neuro-ophthalmologist's salary.

   Average neuro-ophthalmologist salary

   $289,041yearly

   $138.96 hourly rate

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   Entry-level neuro-ophthalmologist salary

   $146,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

4. Writing a neuro-ophthalmologist job description

   A job description for a neuro-ophthalmologist role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a neuro-ophthalmologist job description:

   Neuro-ophthalmologist job description example

   US--
   
   Type: Regular Full-Time
   Multiple Locations - Portland Metro
   
   Overview
   
   

   Legacy Devers Eye Institute in Portland, Oregon is seeking a part- or full-time fellowship-trained neuro-ophthalmologist . We are recruiting a collaborative physician with a strong interest in teaching and/or research. The position includes 4 days of clinical responsibilities per week, a competitive salary, and support for continuing education. Additional compensation may occur based on productivity and research. We will consider candidates at all career stages, and research rank will be awarded based on qualifications. Interested candidates should submit application through the Legacyhealth.org portal as well as emailing a cover letter and CV to Greta Dortch-Meyer, c/o Steven L. Mansberger, MD, MPH, Chief of Ophthalmology at Legacy Devers Eye Institute: .

   Legacy Devers Eye Institute (DEI): DEI is the ophthalmology department for Legacy Health, and an integral component of Legacy Health's clinical, research, and educational mission. DEI is attached to Good Samaritan Hospital and Medical Center located in downtown Portland Oregon, and occupies two floors and approximately 30,000 sq. ft. It also includes 3 community locations located in northeast Portland, Vancouver Washington, and Tualatin Oregon. It celebrated its 60th anniversary last year. W. Thomas Shults, MD, an internationally-known clinician-scientist, led the Legacy Devers' neuro-ophthalmology department for 30 years. Legacy Devers works closely with Casey Eye Institute at Oregon Health Science University and includes ophthalmology residents, glaucoma, corneal, and uveitis fellows. A mission of Devers is the best eyecare for all, and provides over $800k of free or reduced cost eye care per year.

   Legacy Devers research: Devers Eye Institute's research arm is called Discoveries in Sight (DIS), and includes many opportunities for neuro-ophthalmology clinical and basic science research. The DIS excels in translational "bench-to-bedside" research activities. DIS encompasses 4,000 square feet of research space with animal research, basic science research, psychophysical testing, cell culture, and a histology suite. Scientists at DIS perform research in proteomics and genomics, structural mapping, quality-of-life, and clinical outcomes research. DIS has become world renowned for research in corneal disease, ocular blood flow, optic disc and visual field analysis of glaucomatous optic neuropathy, diagnosis of eye disease, and the early detection of glaucoma. DIS has a proven track record in several influential NIH/NEI clinical trials over the last 20 years including the Diabetic Retinopathy Study, the Early Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy Study, the Diabetic Retinopathy and Vitrectomy Study, the Collaborative Ocular Melanoma Study, the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS), the Optic Neuritis Treatment Trial (ONTT), the Longitudinal Optic Neuritis Study (LONS), and the Ocular Hypertensive Treatment Study I, II, and III.

   Legacy Health: Legacy Health is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Oregon and employs over 15,000 staff members. It includes three tertiary hospitals: Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, and Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel; four community hospitals: Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center, Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center, Legacy Silverton Medical Center, and Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center. It also includes a Trauma Center, Burn Center, and a dedicated mental health hospital called Unity Center for Behavioral Health. Legacy advocates for increased diversity, equity, and inclusion and is equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual preference, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

   Portland, Oregon: Portland is a city of 1.5million persons with a diverse culture, world-class wine, and cuisine. It is only an hour from the mountains or the beach- with a rich assortment of outdoor activities including mountain biking, rafting, fishing, surfing, skiing, hiking, and wind-surfing. It is one of the most affordable locations on the west coast. It includes 2 professional sports teams (NBA-Portland Trailblazers; MLS-Portland Timbers). It's slogan is 'Keep Portland Weird', and this is well-depicted in the show 'Portlandia'.

   retirement and much more.

   Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled. Sorry, no J1/H-1B visas.

   
   
   

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5. Post your job

   To find neuro-ophthalmologists for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any neuro-ophthalmologists they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level neuro-ophthalmologists with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your neuro-ophthalmologist job on Zippia to find and attract quality neuro-ophthalmologist candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as healthcarejobsite, health jobs nationwide, hospitalcareers, medreps.com.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit neuro-ophthalmologists, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new neuro-ophthalmologist

   Once you've decided on a perfect neuro-ophthalmologist candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new neuro-ophthalmologist. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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