Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Ophthalmologist

Gilder Search Group; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 290,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Paid licensure expenses

Job summary

ReFocus Eye Health in Fairfield, New Jersey, is seeking a fellowship-trained Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Ophthalmologist to join our established, physician-led practice. This is an exceptional opportunity to build a high-volume surgical program within a multispecialty ophthalmology group that supports growth with advanced technology and a strong referral network.

You will diagnose and manage corneal diseases, perform cataract and refractive procedures using premium IOLs, collaborate with

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited Ophthalmology Residency.
• Fellowship training in Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology.
• Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in New Jersey.
• Excellent clinical, surgical, and communication skills.
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a broad range of corneal and external eye diseases.
• Perform cataract surgery utilizing advanced surgical techniques and premium intraocular lenses.
• Evaluate and treat patients requiring corneal transplantation, including endothelial keratoplasty and penetrating keratoplasty.
• Perform refractive surgical procedures and provide consultations for vision correction.
• Diagnose and manage ocular surface disease, dry eye syndrome, keratoconus, corneal dystrophies, infections, and degenerations.
• Collaborate closely with optometrists and ophthalmology colleagues to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Educate patients on diagnoses, treatment plans, surgical options, and postoperative expectations.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation while adhering to quality and compliance standards.
• Participate in practice growth initiatives and community outreach opportunities.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Surgical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

MD or DO medical degree

Ophthalmology Residency

Job description

Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Ophthalmologist

ReFocus Eye – Fairfield, NJ, United States

ReFocus Eye Health is a physician‑led network dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient‑centered eye care. With more than 90 locations and over 200 providers across the Northeast and Mid‑Atlantic, we combine clinical excellence with a collaborative culture that empowers our physicians to grow, innovate, and thrive.

We are seeking a fellowship‑trained Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Ophthalmologist to join our established practice in Fairfield, New Jersey. This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a respected multispecialty ophthalmology group with an established referral network, advanced technology, and the opportunity to build a high‑volume surgical practice.

Job Responsibilities:

Immediate patient volume supported by an established referral network.

Collaborative, physician‑led practice with experienced ophthalmologists and optometrists.

Modern diagnostic and surgical technology.

Dedicated ophthalmic technicians, scribes, and administrative support.

Opportunity to perform advanced cataract surgery with premium IOLs and refractive procedures.

Strong multidisciplinary support across comprehensive ophthalmology and subspecialties.

Competitive compensation with productivity incentives.

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, CME allowance, malpractice coverage, and paid licensure expenses.

Diagnose and manage a broad range of corneal and external eye diseases.

Perform cataract surgery utilizing advanced surgical techniques and premium intraocular lenses.

Evaluate and treat patients requiring corneal transplantation, including endothelial keratoplasty and penetrating keratoplasty, as appropriate.

Perform refractive surgical procedures and provide consultations for vision correction.

Diagnose and manage ocular surface disease, dry eye syndrome, keratoconus, corneal dystrophies, infections, and degenerations.

Collaborate closely with optometrists and ophthalmology colleagues to provide coordinated, patient‑centered care.

Educate patients on diagnoses, treatment plans, surgical options, and postoperative expectations.

Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation while adhering to quality and compliance standards.

Participate in practice growth initiatives and community outreach opportunities.

Qualifications:

MD or DO from an accredited medical school.

Completion of an accredited Ophthalmology Residency.

Fellowship training in Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery.

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology.

Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in New Jersey.

Excellent clinical, surgical, and communication skills.

Passion for delivering exceptional patient care and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.

About ReFocus Eye Health:

ReFocus Eye Health is one of the largest physician‑led ophthalmology networks in the Northeast, bringing together leading eye care practices to provide exceptional patient outcomes. Our physicians benefit from the autonomy of practicing medicine with the support, collaboration, and resources of a growing regional network committed to clinical excellence.

If you are seeking a collaborative environment with immediate surgical opportunities, a strong referral base, and the ability to make a meaningful impact in northern New Jersey, we invite you to apply.