Retina Surgeon | St. Louis, MO

American Academy of Ophthalmology; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Medical & dental benefits

Professional liability coverage

Job summary

Ophthalmology Consultants in St. Louis, Missouri seeks a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible, fellowship-trained Vitreoretinal Surgeon to join our established practice. The incoming physician will build a thriving medical and surgical retina program with experienced support.

We offer immediate demand for retina services within a strong regional network, ample referral base, and opportunities for leadership and long-term partnership. Join a collaborative team focused on comprehensive retina care.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible vitreoretinal surgeon.
• Fellowship-trained in retina with subspecialty focus.
• Experience in a high-volume retina practice is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join Ophthalmology Consultants as a Retina Specialist to build a high-volume retina practice.
• Provide medical and surgical management of retinal disease.
• Collaborate with experienced clinical staff and referral network to grow retina services.

Skills

Board-certified/Board-eligible

Fellowship-trained Retina Surgeon

Vitreoretinal surgery

Education

MD/DO Ophthalmology degree

Fellowship in Retina

Job description

Ophthalmology Consultants is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible, fellowship-trained Vitreoretinal Surgeon to join our established and growing ophthalmology practice in St. Louis, Missouri.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected practice with an established patient base, strong regional referral network, and immediate demand for retina services. The incoming physician will have the opportunity to build a thriving medical and surgical retina practice while benefiting from experienced clinical support and an established ophthalmology network.

The Opportunity

Ophthalmology Consultants has a longstanding reputation for providing comprehensive, patient-centered eye care throughout the St. Louis region. Continued growth and increasing demand have created an opportunity for an additional Retina Specialist to join the team.

The incoming physician will have access to an established ophthalmology patient population and referral network, creating an excellent foundation for building a high-volume retina practice.

Opportunity highlights include:

• Immediate medical and surgical retina opportunity
• Established patient and referral base
• Strong regional network of referring optometrists and ophthalmologists
• Broad spectrum of retinal pathology
• Opportunity to develop a high-volume injection and procedural practice
• Medical and surgical management of retinal disease
• Experienced technicians and clinical support staff
• Efficient clinical and surgical infrastructure
• Collaborative team of ophthalmologists and optometrists
• Opportunity to grow and shape retina services throughout the region
• Leadership and mentorship opportunities
• Long-term partnership and professional growth potential
• Clinical Focus

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to provide stability while rewarding productivity and long-term practice growth.

• Competitive base salary
• Production-based earning potential
• Generous commencement/sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• CME allowance
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability coveragePaid time off
• Retirement benefits
• Professional liability coverage
• Licensing and credentialing support
• Long-term growth and partnership potential

Why St. Louis?

St. Louis offers the professional opportunities and amenities of a major metropolitan area while maintaining an attractive cost of living and excellent quality of life.

The region features diverse urban and suburban communities, nationally recognized dining, professional sports, arts and entertainment, outstanding parks, and numerous family-friendly attractions.

With a major international airport and a central U.S. location, St. Louis also provides convenient access for travel throughout the country.

For a Retina Specialist looking to build a high-volume practice, establish long-term roots, and grow within an established ophthalmology organization, St. Louis offers an attractive combination of professional opportunity and lifestyle.

Why Ophthalmology Consultants?

This opportunity combines an established patient population, immediate demand for retina services, strong referral relationships, experienced clinical support, and long-term growth potential.

Rather than starting a practice from the ground up, the incoming Retina Specialist will have an established foundation while also having the opportunity to help develop and expand retina services throughout the St. Louis region.