Permanent Glaucoma Opportunity in Birmingham, Alabama

Curative; Alabama; On-site; USD 400,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Disability/Life insurance

Malpractice coverage

20 days PTO

CME time/allowance

Job summary

Curative partners with an established ophthalmology group in Birmingham, AL to recruit a glaucoma/cataract surgeon for a full-time, high-volume practice. The scope includes MIGS, complex cataracts, and strong surgical volume with co-management from optometrists.

MD/DO with glaucoma fellowship required; two surgery days per week with clinic days, offering a guaranteed salary of 400,000–450,000 with 30% collections and sign-on up to 50,000 plus relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• MD/DO with fellowship trained in Glaucoma required.
• Strong cataract surgery skills and comfort with MIGS.
• Collaborative approach with optometrists and referring physicians; ready for a high-volume practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform glaucoma and cataract surgeries with high proficiency.
• Co-manage glaucoma and cataract patients within a referral-driven practice.
• Contribute to growth and leadership in a busy Alabama ophthalmology group.

Skills

Glaucoma surgery

Cataract surgery

MIGS

Education

MD/DO with glaucoma fellowship

Job description

Job Description

Permanent Comprehensive Ophthalmology or Glaucoma Opportunity in Birmingham, AL

You've built the skill set-now step into a high-volume, referral-driven ophthalmology practice where your glaucoma and cataract expertise is truly needed. This is a full-time Ophthalmology (Glaucoma/Cataract) opportunity with strong surgical volume and a clear runway to a busy schedule. If you're looking for a practice that values co-management, efficient clinic support, and room to grow, let's talk.

Practice Overview

• You'll join an established ophthalmology group with 8 ophthalmologists, including retina and cornea support
• Referral-driven glaucoma and cataract practice with strong optometric co-management and Central Alabama reach
• Procedural mix includes advanced glaucoma care, MIGS, complex cataracts, and tertiary referrals
• Blocked OR time available; typical surgical volume runs 6-8 cases/week with strong cataract throughput

Schedule

• Three clinic days per week; office hours typically Mon-Thu 8:00a-5:00p and Fri 8:00a-4:00p
• Average clinic volume of 30-40 patients/day with dedicated tech support and diagnostics
• Two days a week in surgery, performing 30-40 cases of cataract and glaucoma per week.
• No ER call; minimal trauma call responsibilities
• Cover 2-3 office locations with a realistic ramp-up to full volume over about a year

Compensation & Benefits

• High-Earning Potential: Guaranteed salary 400,000-450,000 with 30% collections sharing for 600K+ potential
• Collections-based incentive structure (35% after 2.5x salary threshold)
• Potential sign-on bonus up to 50,000 and relocation assistance (both negotiable)
• Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), disability/life insurance, malpractice coverage, 20 days PTO, and CME time/allowance (tail coverage is the physician's responsibility upon departure)

Candidate Requirements

• MD/DO with fellowship training in Glaucoma (required)
• Strong cataract surgery skills and comfort with advanced glaucoma management/MIGS
• Not considering residents, looking for a surgeon ready to step into a busy referral practice
• Collaborative approach with optometrists and referring physicians; interest in long-term growth and leadership

Community & Location Highlights

• Live and work in the Birmingham metro with a strong medical community and broad regional draw
• Multiple neighborhood options-from walkable city living to suburban communities with well-regarded schools
• Plenty to do year-round: dining, college sports, outdoor trails, and quick weekend getaways
• Convenient access to a commercial airport and an overall cost of living that can stretch your income further than many major metros

Company Description

We are a healthcare staffing company that was founded in 2009 and focused on placing physicians and advanced practitioners in permanent, temporary, and executive-level roles. In 2020 we were purchased by the Silicon Valley tech company, Doximity.

Since the acquisition, we have been moving at 200 miles an hour, combining the people side of the business with technology to do healthcare staffing in a different way.

Curative finds incredible talent with less hassle using better data. We combine the heart and hard work of experienced recruiters with the intelligent technology of Doximity, the world’s largest professional medical network. The result: the commitment and ability to find people who care.