Permanent Comprehensive Ophthalmology Physician Opportunity Near Birmingham, Alabama

Curative; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

PTO + CME allowance

Benefits package

Relocation assistance

Signing bonus

Job summary

Curative in Oxford, Alabama, seeks a cataract and anterior segment surgeon to join an established practice with strong referral patterns and modern cataract offerings. Expect Monday–Friday schedule, 8am–5pm, with blocked OR time and potential for 2–3 OR days per week.

Guaranteed salary $400,000–$450,000 with 30% collections sharing and $600K+ potential, plus tail malpractice, 4 weeks PTO, CME allowance, comprehensive benefits, and possible signing bonus or relocation.

Qualifications

• MD/DO; residents and fellows considered
• Comfort with cataract and anterior segment surgery; glaucoma or cornea experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform cataract and anterior segment surgeries and related care
• Collaborate with a stable group of ophthalmologists and staff to support patient care

Skills

Team-oriented

Communication

Clinical judgment

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Permanent Comprehensive Ophthalmology Opportunity in Oxford, Alabama

You’ll step into an established cataract and anterior segment practice with consistent surgical demand and a strong referral base. This is a great fit if you want meaningful OR time, modern cataract offerings, and the support to build a long-term home-specialty: Ophthalmology - Cataract & Anterior Segment Surgery.

Practice Overview

• You’ll join a stable group of ophthalmologists, adding a new surgeon for succession planning and sustained cataract volume.
• Referral-driven model with strong optometry relationships and an adult, surgery-forward patient population
• Practice footprint includes multiple clinic sites and access to ambulatory surgery centers
• Procedures include cataracts (including premium IOLs), femtosecond laser, MIGS, pterygium, and advanced anterior segment work based on training

Schedule

• Clinic schedule is typically Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Blocked OR time with the ability to run 2-3 OR days per week
• Clinic volume commonly ranges from 25 to 50 patients per physician per day, supported by experienced ophthalmic technicians
• High surgical throughput potential, often up to 30-40 cases per week, depending on your pace and case mix

Compensation & Benefits

• High-Earning Potential: Guaranteed salary $400,000-$450,000 with 30% collections sharing for $600K+ potential
• Malpractice coverage is included with tail
• Time off typically includes 4 weeks PTO plus 1 additional week for CME; CME allowance around $4,000 annually
• Full benefits package (medical/dental/vision/life/STD/LTD) plus 401(k) with discretionary employer match; signing bonus and relocation may be available on a case-by-case basis

Candidate Requirements

• MD/DO; residents and fellows considered
• Comfort with cataract and anterior segment surgery; glaucoma or cornea experience is a plus
• Eligible to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available)
• Team-oriented approach with strong communication and sound clinical judgment

Community & Location Highlights

• Oxford offers a comfortable pace of life with easy access to shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences
• Outdoor recreation nearby with parks, trails, and weekend getaway options across the region
• Reasonable housing options compared with many larger metro areas
• Convenient regional travel access with larger-city amenities within driving distance