Cataract Surgeon and Retina Surgeon in North Carolina

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Partnership track

Ambulatory Surgery Center ownership

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Carolina Vision Center in Fayetteville, NC seeks ophthalmologists to join a high-volume private practice focused on cataract, refractive, and retina services. The in-house LASIK center uses Wavelight technology to deliver cutting-edge care.

You will work with an experienced team, participate in FDA studies, and have access to a robust partnership track with competitive compensation and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree with completion of an ophthalmology residency
• ABO Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Proficiency in English (Spanish fluency is a plus)
• Strong surgical and leadership skills with a commitment to clinical excellence

Responsibilities

• Perform cataract and refractive surgeries with high precision and efficiency
• Collaborate with staff to provide comprehensive ophthalmic care
• Engage in research opportunities and adoption of advanced technologies

Skills

Surgical skills

Leadership

English proficiency

Education

MD or DO degree

Ophthalmology residency

Tools

Wavelight FS200

Wavelight EX500+

Sightmap

Vario analyzer

Wavenet system

Job description

Ophthalmologist Opportunities at Carolina Vision Center

The ophthalmologist opportunity at Carolina Vision Center (CVC) in Fayetteville, North Carolina, offers several key benefits for prospective candidates:

Professional Growth and High Surgical Volume

• High surgical volume: CVC performs over 2,500 cataract and refractive procedures annually, including advanced blade-free cataract surgery using ORA technology.
• Rapid growth potential: New physicians can expect to perform 500–750 cataract, MIGS, and refractive cases in their first year, with the opportunity to scale to over 2,000 cases annually within two to three years.
• Advanced technology: The in-house LASIK Center is equipped with cutting-edge technology, including the Wavelight suite (FS200 & EX500+), Sightmap, Vario analyzer, and Wavenet system.
• Diverse specialties: Opportunities for cataract/refractive surgeons and retina surgeons to advance their careers in private practice.

Innovative Environment

• Research involvement: CVC has served as a Primary Investigative site in 28 FDA studies, including groundbreaking treatments such as LASIK, LAL, multifocal, Toric, and Valeda Light Delivery System for Dry AMD.
• Early adoption of advanced procedures: Physicians can perform innovative treatments like Voyager DSLT and Valeda Light Delivery System.

Supportive Team and Resources

• Experienced staff: Skilled technicians, scribes (CVC is a beta site for Nextech AI scribe), and administrative staff enable physicians to focus on patient care and surgery.
• Ambulatory surgery facility: Access to CVC’s own surgery center ensures efficient and effective surgical care.

Career Advancement

• Competitive partnership track: CVC offers one of the most competitive partnership pathways in the nation, including opportunities for practice and Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) ownership.
• Generous compensation: Highly competitive starting salary ($300,000–$400,000 annually), guaranteed base, and a generous production bonus package.
• Comprehensive benefits: A robust benefits package is included.

Location and Lifestyle

• Prime location: Situated in the Sandhills region of North Carolina, offering four distinct seasons, affordable cost of living, and proximity to both the Appalachian Mountains and Atlantic beaches.
• Family-friendly community: Excellent local schools and access to Research Triangle Park (home to Duke, UNC, and NCSU) foster innovation and growth.
• Economic stability: The presence of Fort Bragg, the largest U.S. military installation, contributes to the region’s strong economy.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• MD or DO degree with completion of an ophthalmology residency.
• ABO Board Certified or Board Eligible.
• Proficiency in English (Spanish fluency is a plus).
• Strong surgical and leadership skills with a commitment to clinical excellence.

This opportunity is ideal for ophthalmologists passionate about surgery, seeking high-volume cases, advanced technology, and career growth in a supportive and innovative environment.

MD or DO degree with completion of an ophthalmology residency
ABO Board Certified or Board Eligible
Proficiency in English (Spanish fluency is a plus)
Strong surgical and leadership skills with a commitment to clinical excellence