Comprehensive Ophthalmologist with Cornea, Anterior Segment, or Glaucoma Training

American Academy of Ophthalmology; New York (NY); On-site; USD 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive guaranteed base salary

Health insurance enrollment

401K benefits

Paid time off

CME allowance

Occurrence-based liability coverage

Job summary

Vision NYC is a physician-led ophthalmology practice seeking a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist with cornea, anterior segment, or glaucoma training. The role covers both Manhattan and Queens locations, offering a strong referral network and an established patient base.

The ideal candidate will have fellowship training in cornea and external disease, anterior segment surgery, or glaucoma, with a passion for high-quality patient care and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completed an accredited ophthalmology residency program.
• Board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology.
• Eligible for or currently hold an unrestricted New York State medical license.
• Must be able to credential with hospitals, surgical facilities and insurance plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop a busy medical and surgical ophthalmology practice across Manhattan and Queens.
• Treat a broad range of pathology with emphasis on cataract, cornea, anterior segment and glaucoma care.
• Collaborate with optometrists, staff, and referral networks to grow the practice.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Warm bedside manner

Collaborative teamwork

Strong clinical judgment

Education

MD or DO degree

Accredited ophthalmology residency

Board certified or eligible in ophthalmology

New York State medical license eligibility

Job description

Comprehensive Ophthalmologist with Cornea, Anterior Segment, or Glaucoma Training
Locations: Manhattan and Queens, New York
Position: Full time

About Vision NYC

Vision NYC is a physician led ophthalmology practice providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and refractive eye care across Manhattan and Queens. Our practice combines advanced technology with a personal, patient focused approach to care.

We treat a broad and diverse patient population, with a particularly strong need for the management of cataracts, glaucoma, keratoconus, corneal disease, ocular surface disease, and other complex anterior segment conditions. Our services include comprehensive ophthalmology, cataract surgery, laser cataract surgery, glaucoma surgery, premium lens technology, corneal cross linking, refractive surgery, dry eye treatment, specialty contact lens care, and routine eye care.

We are seeking a skilled and personable ophthalmologist to join our growing team and work across both our Manhattan and Queens locations.

The Opportunity

The incoming ophthalmologist will develop a busy medical and surgical practice supported by an established referral network, experienced clinical staff, optometrists, surgical coordinators, and a strong administrative team.

The position is well suited for a comprehensive ophthalmologist with strong cataract and anterior segment skills. Fellowship training in cornea and external disease, anterior segment surgery, or glaucoma is strongly preferred, although qualified comprehensive ophthalmologists with excellent surgical training are encouraged to apply.The physician will have the opportunity to treat a broad range of pathology while developing a subspecialty area based on training and professional interests.

What Vision NYC Offers

• Competitive guaranteed base salary, based on prior clinical and surgical experience
• Productivity based incentive compensation
• Established patient volume and referral relationships
• Opportunity to build a specialized medical and surgical practice
• Health insurance enrollment
• 401K benefits
• Occurrence based professional liability coverage
• Continuing medical education allowance
• Paid time off
• Experienced clinical, surgical, and administrative support
• Access to modern diagnostic and surgical technology
• Long term professional growth within an expanding physician led practice

Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate is clinically strong, personable, dependable, and genuinely committed to delivering excellent patient care. The physician should be comfortable treating a diverse New York City patient population and interested in developing lasting relationships with patients and referring providers.We are particularly interested in a physician who wants to grow with the practice, contribute to its clinical direction, and help expand Vision NYC’s cornea, anterior segment, glaucoma, and surgical services.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a curriculum vitae and a brief introduction outlining their clinical interests, surgical experience, and preferred area of practice.Vision NYC is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Candidate Qualificationsmust:

• Hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Have completed an accredited ophthalmology residency program
• Be board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology
• Be eligible for or currently hold an unrestricted New York State medical license
• Be eligible for hospital, surgical facility, and insurance plan credentialing
• Demonstrate strong clinical judgment and appropriate surgical training
• Have excellent communication skills and a warm, patient centered bedside manner
• Be comfortable working collaboratively with ophthalmologists, optometrists, technicians, surgical coordinators, and administrative staff
• Be willing to provide care at both the Manhattan and Queens locations
• Fellowship training in cornea and external disease, anterior segment surgery, or glaucoma is strongly preferred.
• Experience with cataract surgery, premium lens technology, keratoconus, corneal disease, ocular surface disease, glaucoma management, and corneal cross linking is especially valuable.