New Opportunity! Cornea Anterior Segment Surgeon Established Practice Columbus, OH

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Job summary

Columbus Ophthalmology Associates seeks a Board Eligible/Board Certified, Fellowship-Trained Cornea & External Disease Surgeon to join its multi-specialty ophthalmology team in Central Ohio. The incoming surgeon will split time between Dublin and East offices, with access to an on-site ASC at the East location.

Immediate surgical volume and a robust referral network accompany this opportunity, with participation in the OD Residency Program and strong administrative support to deliver

Qualifications

• MD/DO with completion of Ophthalmology residency.
• Fellowship training in Cornea & External Disease.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified.
• Strong clinical and surgical capabilities.
• Commitment to delivering personalized, patient-centered care.
• Interest in education and resident mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform cornea and external disease surgeries (DMEK, DSAEK, PKP) and manage a broad case mix including keratoconus and complex anterior segment procedures.
• Collaborate with OD Residency Program for clinical training and mentorship.
• Contribute to a high-volume practice with a robust referral network and COA/EyeCare Partners resources.

Skills

Cornea & External Disease

Education

Ophthalmology residency

Job description

Cornea & External Disease Surgeon (BE/BC) – Columbus, Ohio

About the Opportunity

Columbus Ophthalmology Associates (COA), a leading provider of eye care in Central Ohio for over 40 years, is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified, Fellowship-Trained Cornea & External Disease Surgeon to join its growing, multi-specialty ophthalmology team.

This is a high-demand opportunity to step into a well-established cornea practice with a 40-year legacy, offering immediate surgical volume and a robust referral network. The incoming surgeon will split time between Dublin and East locations, with access to an on-site ASC at the East office.

Why COA

• Established, community-focused practice with a strong regional reputation
• Physician-led, collaborative care model across all ophthalmic specialties
• Integrated with EyeCare Partners, providing scale, stability, and resources
• State-of-the-art clinics and dedicated ophthalmic surgery center
• Personalized, patient-first approach with customized treatment planning
• COA has built its reputation on delivering high-quality, individualized care using advanced technology, treating everything from routine vision needs to complex ocular disease.

Position Highlights

• Immediate access to high surgical volume
• Broad and diverse case mix, including:
  • Corneal transplants (DMEK, DSAEK, PKP)
  • Keratoconus management & corneal cross-linking
  • Complex anterior segment & cataract surgery
  • Established base of keratoconus and cornea transplant patients
  • Strong co-management network driving consistent referrals
  • Opportunity to build and expand a subspecialty niche within a comprehensive practice

Academic & Training Involvement

• Active participation in COA's Optometry (OD) Residency Program, including:
• Interviewing and selection of OD residents
• Clinical training, mentorship, and education
• Collaborative care model where OD residents assist with:
  • Cataract consultations
  • Specialty contact lens fittings

Practice Environment

• Multi-location presence across Central Ohio
• Split schedule between Dublin and East offices
• On-site ASC at East location
• Team of highly trained ophthalmologists and optometrists across subspecialties
• Advanced diagnostic and surgical technology
• Efficient clinic and ASC workflows with strong administrative support

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + productivity incentives
• Sign-on bonus & relocation assistance
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
• CME allowance
• Malpractice coverage & licensure support

Qualifications

• MD/DO with completion of Ophthalmology residency
• Fellowship training in Cornea & External Disease
• Board Eligible or Board Certified
• Strong clinical and surgical capabilities
• Commitment to delivering personalized, patient-centered care
• Interest in education and resident mentorship

About Columbus, Ohio

Columbus offers a thriving, fast-growing metro, affordable cost of living, top-rated suburbs, and a strong healthcare ecosystem. It combines big-city amenities with a highly livable, family-friendly environment.