Ophthalmology | $450K+ Evergreen Guarantee | Physician Owned | Central Illinois

Jackson Physician Search; Illinois; On-site; USD 405,000 - 495,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Partnership/ownership potential

Job summary

Jackson Physician Search is partnering with a respected ophthalmology practice in Central Illinois seeking a physician-owned, autonomous ophthalmologist to join a busy, established group with a strong referral network and patient demand.

You will work with an exceptional clinical support team and access advanced ophthalmology technologies in modern clinics and surgical facilities designed to optimize outcomes. A partnership track and ownership potential enhance long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Guaranteed base salary of $450K+ with upside potential as your practice grows.
• Includes $30K sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
• Partnership and ownership opportunity in 1–2 years, offering long-term wealth-building potential and a voice in leadership.

Job description

Join a respected, physician-owned ophthalmology practice where clinical excellence, physician autonomy, & patient-focused care are at the center of everything you do

Details:

• Physician-owned practice offering the autonomy, flexibility, & culture often unavailable in hospital-employed models
• Guaranteed base salary of $450K+ w/ significant upside potential as your practice grows
• $30K sign on bonus + relocation
• Partnership & ownership opportunity in 1-2 years, offering long-term wealth-building potential & a voice in practice leadership
• Walk into a busy, established practice supported by a strong referral network & immediate patient demand
• Exceptional clinical support team performing workups, testing, refractions, & documentation so physicians can operate at the top of their license
• Access to technology, including OCT, Visual Fields, Optos imaging, corneal topography, & advanced refractive surgery platforms
• Collaborate w/ an experienced team of comprehensive ophthalmologists, retina specialists, & optometrists
• Modern clinics & surgical facilities designed to optimize workflow, patient experience, & clinical outcomes

Central Illinois:

• Affordable cost of living w/ diverse housing options & excellent value
• Family-oriented community w/ highly rated schools & safe neighborhoods
• Minimal traffic & short commute times supporting an exceptional quality of life
• Thriving arts, dining, shopping, & entertainment scene w/ events throughout the year
• Access to parks, walking trails, golf courses, & abundant outdoor recreation opportunities
• Centrally located w/in driving distance of Chicago, Indianapolis, & St. Louis for easy weekend travel
• Friendly Midwestern culture known for strong community connections & a welcoming atmosphere
• Excellent balance of professional opportunity & small-city charm, making it an ideal place to live, work, & raise a family