MEDICAL RETINA SPECIALIST-VITREORETINAL SURGEON

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive compensation

Partnership track to become an owner

Comprehensive malpractice coverage

State-of-the-art imaging and treatment technology

Job summary

The American Academy of Ophthalmology is looking for a fellowship-trained Medical Retina Specialist to join SK Retina in Sarasota, Florida. This role offers opportunities to build a robust medical retina practice alongside experienced colleagues, with clinical responsibilities including evaluating and managing medical retina conditions and performing various treatments. The position provides a competitive compensation package and support for work-life balance through flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive evaluation and management of medical retina conditions.
• Intravitreal injection therapy (anti-VEGF and steroids) and in-office laser procedures.
• Interpretation of fluorescein and ICG angiography, OCT, and multimodal retinal imaging.
• Collaboration with surgical and uveitis colleagues on complex cases.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Collaborative spirit

Commitment to exceptional patient care

Education

MD or DO degree from an accredited institution

Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency

Completion of a Medical Retina or combined Vitreoretinal fellowship

Board eligible or board certified in Ophthalmology

Florida medical license, or eligibility to obtain

Job description

POSITION I — MEDICAL RETINA SPECIALIST

SK Retina is seeking a fellowship‑trained Medical Retina Specialist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to build a robust medical retina practice alongside experienced colleagues.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Comprehensive evaluation and management of medical retina conditions, including age‑related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disease, and inherited retinal disorders
• Intravitreal injection therapy (anti‑VEGF and steroids) and in‑office laser procedures
• Interpretation of fluorescein and ICG angiography, OCT, and multimodal retinal imaging
• Collaboration with surgical and uveitis colleagues on complex cases

What We Offer

• Highly competitive compensation with meaningful productivity incentives
• Partnership track to become an owner, not just an employee
• Zero private equity involvement
• Established, loyal patient base with strong community referral networks
• State‑of‑the‑art imaging and treatment technology
• Collaborative, supportive team of fellowship‑trained subspecialists
• Flexible scheduling designed to support work‑life balance
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
• Completion of an ACGME‑accredited Ophthalmology residency
• Completion of a Medical Retina or combined Vitreoretinal fellowship
• Board eligible or board certified in Ophthalmology
• Florida medical license, or eligibility to obtain
• Strong clinical skills, collaborative spirit, and commitment to exceptional patient care

POSITION II — VITREORETINAL SURGEON

SK Retina is seeking a fellowship‑trained Vitreoretinal Surgeon to complement our existing surgical retina specialist. This position offers exceptional surgical volume across the full spectrum of vitreoretinal pathology, supported by a well‑established referral base throughout the greater Sarasota region.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Full‑scope vitreoretinal surgery, including pars plana vitrectomy, membrane peeling, retinal detachment repair (scleral buckle and PPV), and complex trauma cases
• Intravitreal injection therapy and in‑office laser procedures
• Management of complex medical and surgical retina pathology
• Collaboration with medical retina and uveitis colleagues on multidisciplinary cases

What We Offer

• Highly competitive compensation with meaningful productivity incentives
• Partnership track true equity ownership in a thriving practice
• No private equity, no corporate oversight
• Modern operating room access with advanced vitreoretinal surgical equipment
• Collaborative team of fellowship‑trained subspecialists
• Flexible scheduling and a sustainable call burden
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
• Completion of an ACGME‑accredited Ophthalmology residency
• Completion of a Vitreoretinal Surgery fellowship
• Board eligible or board certified in Ophthalmology
• Florida medical license, or eligibility to obtain
• Demonstrated surgical skill and a commitment to excellent patient outcomes

SK Retina is an equal opportunity employer. All inquiries are handled with complete confidentiality.