Medical Retina Specialist

Cambridge Health Alliance; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 420,000 - 470,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off (296 hours annually)

Medical/dental/vision insurance

403b retirement plan with employer match

CME time and money

Job summary

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is seeking a Medical Retina Specialist to join its Ophthalmology Division. This position offers full-time or part-time opportunities and requires extensive experience in medical retina and strong communication skills.

This role involves diagnosing and treating retinal conditions, with the opportunity to engage with Harvard Medical Students. A competitive salary ranging from $420,000 to $470,000 will be provided based on experience.

Qualifications

• Fellowship training in medical retina.
• License to practice medicine in Massachusetts (or ability to obtain).
• Experience fostering medical school education and supporting academic and educational activities.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and consult on macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
• Perform office-based procedures including intravitreal injections.
• Work with Harvard Medical Students and residents in training programs.

Skills

Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

Fellowship training in medical retina

Exceptional clinical and communication skills

Dedication to ensuring culturally appropriate care

Education

License to practice medicine in Massachusetts

Job description

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is a vibrant, innovative health system dedicated to providing equity and excellence for everyone, every time. With locations across Boston's metro-north region, CHA programs and services deliver care during one million visits a year and are foundational to the health and well-being of local communities. CHA is a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School and a clinical affiliate of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

We are currently recruiting a Medical Retina Specialist to join our well-established Ophthalmology Division within the Department of Surgery.

About the position

• Full-time or part‑time opportunity, providing services at CHA's Eye Center locations in Somerville and Malden

• Diagnosis and consultation to include macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular problems, and hereditary retinal disorders

• Procedures will be office‑based and include intravitreal injections and retinal laser photocoagulation

• Position affords the opportunity to work with Harvard Medical Students, and residents in HMS and CHA affiliated training programs. A Harvard Medical School Faculty appointment at the level of Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor, full or part time, is possible and encouraged commensurate with HMS criteria, candidate qualifications, and commitment to teaching responsibilities.

• We offer a collegial work environment and a strong infrastructure, including a fully integrated EMR (EPIC)

Qualifications

• Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

• Fellowship training in medical retina

• License to practice medicine in Massachusetts (or ability to obtain)

• Experience fostering medical school education and supporting academic and educational activities

• Exceptional clinical and communication skills

• Dedication to ensuring culturally appropriate care

Benefits and Compensation

• CHA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off (296 hours annually), medical/dental/vision insurance, 403b retirement plan with employer match, CME time and money, etc

• We offer a full‑time guaranteed base salary plus production incentive. Based on years of experience, salary ranges from $420,000 - $470,000.

Please visit www.CHAproviders.org to learn more and to apply. Candidates may also submit a CV and cover letter confidentially to [e-mail].

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.