Medical Retina Specialist

Cambridge Health Alliance; Somerville (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 is seeking a Medical Retina Specialist to join its Ophthalmology Division in Massachusetts. Responsibilities include providing diagnosis and treatment for retinal conditions and performing office-based procedures within a collegial work environment.

The position offers an opportunity to teach Harvard Medical Students and participate in academic programs with a competitive salary ranging from $420,000 to $470,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship training in medical retina required.
• 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 necessary.
• Dedication to ensuring culturally appropriate care.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnosis and consultation for retinal conditions.
• Perform office-based procedures like intravitreal injections.
• Collaborate with Harvard Medical Students and residents.

Skills

Exceptional clinical and communication skills

Dedication to ensuring culturally appropriate care

Education

Fellowship training in medical retina

Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

License to practice medicine in Massachusetts

Job description

Medical Retina Specialist

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

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.