Refractive Surgeon | Huntsville, AL

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 230,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

401(k) with employer matching

Medical and dental benefits

Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

Comprehensive physician benefits

Job summary

Alabama Vision Center in Huntsville is seeking a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist to build a busy medical and surgical practice with the support of an established ophthalmology group. The incoming physician will focus on comprehensive eye care and cataract/anterior segment surgery, leveraging advanced diagnostic and surgical technology and dedicated staff.

You will develop long-term referral relationships and grow the practice in one of Alabama's fastest-growing markets.

Qualifications

• Experience in comprehensive ophthalmology clinical and surgical care.
• Ability to develop a busy practice with institutional support.
• Willingness to establish and grow referral networks in Huntsville and surrounding communities.

Responsibilities

• Establish and grow a comprehensive ophthalmology practice in Huntsville.
• Provide medical and surgical ophthalmology services, including cataract surgery.
• Leverage organizational and operational resources for efficient patient care.
• Develop long-term referral relationships with local physicians and community.

Skills

Comprehensive ophthalmology

Cataract & anterior segment surgery

Practice development

Job description

This is an outstanding opportunity for a comprehensive ophthalmologist looking to build a busy clinical and surgical practice with the support and resources of an established ophthalmology group.

About Alabama Vision Center

Alabama Vision Center is an established ophthalmology practice providing comprehensive medical and surgical eye care throughout Alabama. Our physicians offer a broad range of services, including cataract surgery, corneal surgery, LASIK, PRK, glaucoma treatment, and comprehensive ophthalmic care.

Our practice combines experienced physicians, trained clinical teams, advanced diagnostic and surgical technology, and strong operational support to provide high-quality patient care.

Alabama Vision Center also has a history of participating in FDA clinical studies and ophthalmic research, including studies contributing to advancements in intraocular lens technology and vision correction.

The Opportunity

Our new Huntsville location provides an exciting opportunity for a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist to establish and grow a strong medical and surgical practice in one of Alabama's fastest-growing markets.

The incoming physician will have the opportunity to develop a practice based on their clinical and surgical interests while benefiting from the infrastructure and resources of an established ophthalmology organization.

Opportunity highlights include:

• Build and grow a comprehensive ophthalmology practice in the Huntsville market
• Strong opportunity for cataract and anterior segment surgery
• Established organizational and operational support
• Dedicated management and trained clinical support staff
• Physician liaison support with established community relationships
• Access to advanced diagnostic and surgical technology
• Flexibility to evaluate additional equipment based on clinical needs and practice growth
• Opportunity to develop long-term referral relationships throughout Huntsville and the surrounding communities
• Support for continued clinical and surgical growth

Why Huntsville?

Known as "The Rocket City," Huntsville is one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing communities in the Southeast. Home to NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal, major aerospace and technology employers, universities, and a growing healthcare sector, the region attracts professionals and families from across the country.

Huntsville offers an appealing combination of career opportunity and quality of life, with excellent schools, outdoor recreation, dining and entertainment, a growing downtown, and a cost of living that remains attractive compared with many major metropolitan areas.

For an ophthalmologist interested in establishing a long-term practice, Huntsville provides an excellent market in which to build a patient base, develop referral relationships, and become an integral part of the community.

Compensation & Benefits

Alabama Vision Center offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support physicians as they establish and grow their practice, including:

• Guaranteed base salary for the first two years
• Production-based incentive compensation
• CME allowance
• Relocation assistance
• 401(k) with employer matching contributions
• Medical and dental benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity leave
• Comprehensive physician benefits package

Join Alabama Vision Center
This is an excellent opportunity for a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist who wants the autonomy to build a practice while having the clinical, operational, and organizational resources of an established ophthalmology group behind them.

New graduates, fellows, and experienced ophthalmologists are encouraged to explore the opportunity.

Contact

For additional information or a confidential conversation, contact:

Rachel Tankersley
Physician Recruitment
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