Physician Ophthalmology

Academic Comprehensive Ophthalmologist Faculty

Southeast Metro - No Income Tax

Position Highlights:

• Premier Academic Environment: Comprehensive ophthalmology faculty role at a Southeast academic medical center, teaching residents and fellows.
• Faculty Appointment: Open to all levels, including new grads - choose your level of academic involvement.
• Comprehensive or Cornea:
  Subspecialty flexibility
• Work-Life Balance: 4.5 clinical days with protected admin time and no volume pressure.
• Minimal Call: Only 2-3 weeks of call per year, with residents on first call.
• Desirable Practice Setting: Medical and surgical comprehensive ophthalmology, with clinic and ASC at one site.
• Professional Growth & Stability: Senior-faculty mentorship and an potential Medical Director role for experienced candidates.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Employer-paid health coverage, university retirement, PSLF eligibility, signing incentive, and relocation.

About the Community

• No State Income Tax: No state income tax, so more of what you earn stays with you.
• University Metro: Metro anchored by a major research university, with a centralized medical campus and short commutes.
• Cost of Living: Housing and everyday costs that go further.
• Year-Round Lifestyle: Major college athletics, arts, and dining, all in Florida's warm climate.
• Coast-to-Coast Access: Gulf and Atlantic beaches within two hours, and a major metro within about 90 minutes.

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology
• Fellowship training required for Cornea specialist candidates
• Eligible for Florida medical licensure

Job Reference #: OPH 26539