Ophthalmologist

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

CME allowance $1,000

Malpractice insurance with tail

DEA certificate

Buy-in potential after two years

Job summary

American Academy of Ophthalmology is seeking a full-time comprehensive ophthalmologist with a focus on cataract surgery in Northeast Wisconsin. The role offers the opportunity to work in a surgeon-led practice with teaching responsibilities for optometry students and residents.

You will perform 15–20 surgeries weekly and handle 30–40 patient encounters daily, with minimal call requirements and a chance to grow specialties such as cornea, LASIK, MIGS, and AMD.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Wisconsin.
• ABO certification or eligibility required or eligible.
• Fellowship in cornea, glaucoma, or plastics welcome.

Responsibilities

• See 30–40 patients per day.
• Perform 15–20 surgery and laser procedures per week initially.
• Work with optometry students and medical residents.
• Expand specialty areas such as cornea, LASIK, MIGS, AMD, and plastics.

Skills

Cataract surgery

Ophthalmology

Teaching residents

Education

State medical license

ABO certification or eligibility

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

About Us

Well-known practice in the area, with a service population of over one million. This highly-regarded practice was established in 1981.

Associated with a state-of-the-art laser vision correction center and an ophthalmology only ambulatory surgery center with LenSx Femto Laser and Alcon Unity phaco machines. Two satellite clinics also offer office-based surgery suites with cataract surgery capability. Optos, DSLT and Valeda also onsite.

We have optical shops and optometric support for eye examinations and contact lens fittings.

Job Summary

We are seeking a full-time comprehensive ophthalmologist with an interest in cataract surgery. Fellowship training in cornea, glaucoma, or plastics welcome. This doctor‑led practice values your opinion and allows you to weigh in on operational advancements.

The ophthalmologist will see 30-40 patients per day and perform 15-20 surgery and laser procedures per week initially, with increased volumes anticipated. Minimal call responsibilities.

Candidate must be licensed in the State and ABO certified or eligible.

Practice Features

• COA certified support staff who room patients and perform refractions; scribe for doctor
• DSLT for glaucoma; Valeda for dry AMD
• EPIC EMR system with AI ambient dictation technology available (Microsoft DAX copilot). This electronic medical record system is available at both the practice and the ASC.
• You will have the ability to work with, and teach, optometry students, as well as medical residents
• You will have the ability to expand specialty areas of interest, including cornea, LASIK, MIGS, AMD, and plastics
• One week of primary call, with several weeks of back‑up call, per year provides an excellent work-life balance
• Salary guarantee with incentive package and bonus structure, with a potential for ownership in the practice and ophthalmology only ASC
• Working with physicians from the Froedtert and ThedaCare system.

Benefits

• Insurances offered include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability, accident and critical illness, legal, and identity protection.
• 401k
• Signing bonus
• State of Wisconsin Injured Patients and Families Compensation Fund
• Malpractice insurance (including tail coverage if more than 10 years of service)
• Paid state and national medical dues
• DEA Certificate
• Assistance in relocating if necessary
• Buy‑in eligible after approximately two years
• Annual continuing medical education (CME) allowance of $1,000

Community

Located in Northeast Wisconsin, this area offers many amenities for you and your family, and is ranked by Money Magazine as one of the top 50 cities in the USA to live. With four different seasons throughout the year, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Throughout the summer months, there are many festivals, including music and art. The fall and winter offer professional sports teams to watch, including NFL and NBA. The Green Bay, Appleton, Oshkosh area has excellent public and private schools, as well as several state and private colleges and universities.