Retina Specialist Physician

AMN Healthcare Physician Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 286,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

AMN Healthcare Physician Solutions partners with UTHealth Houston to recruit a BC/BE Retina Specialist for the Cizik Eye Center. The role supports UT institutional infrastructure, with emphasis on surgical retina and program development in a high-volume, well-equipped clinic in Houston, Texas.

The ideal candidate will have a surgical focus, contribute to resident and student education, and thrive in a collegial, interdisciplinary environment dedicated to clinical excellence and research growth.

Qualifications

• BC/BE Retina Specialist.
• Surgical focus preferred; candidates with medical interests considered.
• Strong teaching/mentorship of residents and medical students expected.

Skills

Surgical retina

Teaching residents

Clinical excellence

Ophthalmology board eligibility

Education

Board-certified/board-eligible ophthalmology

Tools

Ophthalmic imaging systems

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Retina Specialist Physician

StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $286380.00 - $390000.00

Enjoy UT institutional support and a well-equipped clinical environment with opportunities for innovation and program-building in Houston, Texas. The Ruiz Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science at McGovern Medical School, UTHealth Houston, seeks a BC/BE Retina Specialist to join its distinguished Cizik Eye Center due to increasing patient demand and rapid departmental growth. Candidates with a surgical focus are preferred, though candidates with medical interests will be considered.

Opportunity Highlights

• Access UT institutional support and strong infrastructure at the distinguished Cizik Eye Center
• Join a department with 16 residents, an excellent reputation, and established partnerships
• Work in an ideal environment for innovation and program-building opportunities
• Join due to increasing patient demand and rapid departmental growth over the past 4 years
• Serve high patient volumes across multiple clinical locations, including Lyndon B. Johnson (LBJ) Hospital
• Teach 16 residents annually, with 2-3 residents present in the clinic daily
• Mentor medical students interested in ophthalmology as part of your role
• Work in a well-equipped clinic with in-house imaging capabilities and recent renovations
• Tailor your clinical, surgical, and academic mix according to your interests
• Join a collegial multi-disciplinary team committed to clinical excellence and research

Community Highlights

A leading cultural and culinary destination, Greater Houston is a vibrant region that thrives as the fourth-largest city in the United States. You'll find world-class dining, arts, shopping, and nightlife. Enjoy a wealth of outdoor recreation, numerous Gulf Coast beaches, a variety of water activities, and no state income taxes in Texas.

• Houston is a Best Place to Live and Retire in America (US News)
• Excellent Livability Score from Area Vibes, with A grades for Amenities, Commute, Cost of Living, Housing, and Health & Safety
• Beautiful homes in inviting neighborhoods + excellent schools - a wonderful place for families and individuals alike
• Home to professional sports teams and myriad restaurants with cuisine from numerous countries
• Texas was named a Best State to Practice in 2025 by Medscape

Facility Location

From rodeos and performing arts to space exploration and medical research, Houston is a city with a uniquely vibrant style and flair. This truly Texas-size city is the ideal destination for traveling health care professionals looking to broaden their skills at highly respected facilities, while enjoying the city’s cosmopolitan flair, renowned arts scene and wide open spaces.

About the Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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