Cornea Specialist

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Emplify Health by Gundersen invites a board-certified/board-eligible Cornea Specialist to join a high-volume ophthalmology practice in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The role emphasizes fellowship-trained expertise and long-term partnership within a physician-led organization.

The practice features strong referral demand, comprehensive services, and a collaborative, team-oriented environment with well-developed surgical infrastructure to support high-quality cornea care.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited graduate medical training program.
• Fellowship training in cornea required.
• License to practice in multi-state region with no restrictions.

Skills

Cornea surgery

Board-certified/eligible

Education

Fellowship in Cornea/Anterior Segment

Job description

Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Cornea Specialist to join our established, high-volume ophthalmology practice in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

This opportunity is ideal for fellowship-trained cornea specialists interested in stepping into an established practice with strong referral demand within a physician-led organization that values long-term partnership.

Practice at a Glance

• Strong referral base supporting cornea, cataract, and refractive surgical volume, including DMEK, DSAEK, PKP, as well as LASIK and PRK, with opportunity to further develop and shape a robust cornea practice.
• Refractive surgery procedures, including toric and multifocal lenses, are well compensated.
• Broad spectrum of ocular pathology, including complex and tertiary-level cases.
• Full-service practice with comprehensive ophthalmologists and subspecialists, including glaucoma, pediatrics, retina, and oculoplastics.
• Collegial, team-oriented environment with long-standing physician collaboration.
• Well-developed surgical infrastructure and experienced clinical support teams.
• State-of-the-art eye care delivered by a multidisciplinary team, including optometrists, certified ophthalmic and optometric technicians, contact lens specialists, low vision personnel, and onsite opticians, fostering a collaborative approach to high-quality clinical and surgical care.

Why Emplify Health by Gundersen?

• Comprehensive Support:At Gundersen, we are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful culture that empowers our team members to flourish and make a positive impact.
• Flexible Work Options:Enjoy a work environment that supports both your personal and professional needs, ensuring fulfillment and well-being.
• Mission Driven Culture:Committed to delivering high-quality, patient centered eye care across southwest Wisconsin, northeast Iowa, and southeast Minnesota.
• Compensation that Reflects Your Impact:At Gundersen, we recognize that great physicians, whether experience or new, make a real difference. Our salary structure is designed to reflect your skills, potential, and commitment to exceptional patient care, recognizing the value you bring to our team and the community.
• Outstanding Benefits:Our benefits include loan forgiveness, relocation assistance, a competitive 401K match, personal liability insurance, and more, all designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Qualifications

Completion of an accredited graduate medical training program and fellowship training is required for this role. In addition, must have or be able to obtain a license to practice in our multi-state region with no restrictions or limitations. Medical staff in our system will supervise advanced practice clinicians. Medical staff may need to provide outreach service as part of their role in the system. Teaching students, residents, fellows or clinical staff is cornerstone to our Medical Education philosophy and an expectation of all medical staff.