Ophthalmologist: Cataract & Retina Surgeon in Alaska

Alaska Horizon; Juneau (AK); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

SEARHC in Juneau, Alaska seeks an ophthalmologist to provide comprehensive medical and surgical eye care in outpatient and surgical settings, and to travel to field clinics as needed.

The role emphasizes collaboration with optometrists and healthcare teams, ongoing education, and participation in quality initiatives.

Requirements include MD, Alaska license, board cert/eligible, and at least two years of ophthalmology practice.

Qualifications

• Must hold Doctor of Medicine and completed an accredited ophthalmology residency.
• Active Alaska medical license and board certified or eligible.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical and surgical ophthalmology experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive ophthalmology medical and surgical services to SEARHC patients.
• Evaluate and treat glaucoma, retina, corneal, and other ophthalmic conditions.
• Perform cataract and retinal surgeries within facility capabilities.
• Collaborate with optometrists and other health professionals for patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff education.
• Stay current with ophthalmology advancements and peer review.

Skills

Oral and written communications

Clinical judgment

Appropriate tests use

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Ophthalmology residency

Job description

SEARHC in Juneau, Alaska seeks an ophthalmologist to provide comprehensive medical and surgical eye care in outpatient and surgical settings, and to travel to field clinics as needed.

The role emphasizes collaboration with optometrists and healthcare teams, ongoing education, and participation in quality initiatives.

Requirements include MD, Alaska license, board cert/eligible, and at least two years of ophthalmology practice.