Cornea Specialist Surgeon: High Earning Potential

Curative; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 400,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Signing bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Malpractice insurance

Vacation and CME time

Job summary

Curative in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a cornea-trained ophthalmologist to join a 14-physician group across 2-3 offices. The role emphasizes adult cornea surgery with minimal pediatric volume and a high-volume surgical schedule.

This employed position offers a guaranteed income of $400,000–$450,000 with 30% collections and additional production incentives, plus a comprehensive benefits package, relocation assistance, and a signing bonus consideration.

Qualifications

• Fellowship training in cornea and external disease.
• MD or DO required; board-certified or eligible.
• Strong surgical judgment and communication skills.
• Willingness to work across 2–3 office locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide cornea and external disease care for adult patients.
• Manage a high-volume surgical schedule with focus on outcomes.
• Collaborate with 14 physicians across 2–3 offices and a physician-owned ASC.
• Maintain excellent patient communication and care standards.

Skills

Surgical judgment

Collaborative mindset

Communication skills

Education

MD or DO with cornea fellowship

Job description

Curative in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a cornea-trained ophthalmologist to join a 14-physician group across 2-3 offices. The role emphasizes adult cornea surgery with minimal pediatric volume and a high-volume surgical schedule.

This employed position offers a guaranteed income of $400,000–$450,000 with 30% collections and additional production incentives, plus a comprehensive benefits package, relocation assistance, and a signing bonus consideration.