Vitreoretinal Surgeon | eastern North Carolina - academic, stipends

Britt Medical; South Carolina; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Tail malpractice insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Britt Medical Search is assisting an ophthalmology program in eastern North Carolina to recruit a board-certified or eligible vitreoretinal ophthalmologist with fellowship training to join a growing academic group. The role emphasizes clinical and surgical care, trainee education, and involvement in establishing a new residency program.

The successful candidate will work in a tertiary center with a strong referral network, opportunities for academic appointment at Assistant/Associate Professor

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible ophthalmologist.
• Fellowship in vitreoretinal diseases.
• Interest in resident education and program development.
• Academic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide vitreoretinal clinical and surgical care.
• Educate residents and contribute to residency development.
• Participate in rotating on-call coverage.
• Collaborate with hospital-based referral network.

Skills

Vitreoretinal surgery

Education/teaching

Residency program development

Clinical care

Education

Ophthalmology residency completed

Fellowship in vitreoretinal diseases

Tools

Surgical equipment mastery

Job description

A growing ophthalmology program in eastern North Carolina, is seeking a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible ophthalmologist with fellowship training in the surgical management of vitreoretinal diseases. Candidates with an interest in resident education and ophthalmology residency program development are encouraged to apply.

The position is based at a tertiary referral center that treats a high volume of patients with complex ophthalmic conditions. The expanding multispecialty ophthalmology practice is actively recruiting physicians across several subspecialties and benefits from a strong hospital-based referral system, as well as referrals from regional optometrists and ophthalmologists in an area with limited subspecialty coverage.

The program has received ACGME approval to launch a new ophthalmology residency, with its inaugural class beginning in summer 2026.

Position Highlights:

• Employment with a physician-led medical group
• Hospital and ambulatory surgery center privileges
• Position available due to continued programmatic expansion
• Academic appointment available at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
• Outpatient clinic conveniently located near the hospital
• State-of-the-art ophthalmology equipment and technology
• Responsibilities include vitreoretinal clinical and surgical care, trainee education, and participation in rotating call coverage
• Opportunity to help develop a newly established ophthalmology residency program
• Research opportunities available
• Strong referral base for patients with complex vitreoretinal conditions

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Relocation assistance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• 401(k) matching and 457 retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance

About the Community:

Enjoy a university-centered community in eastern North Carolina, where restaurants, galleries, museums and a growing downtown arts scene complement neighborhood living. Parks, greenway trails and waterways provide places to walk, cycle, kayak and fish throughout the year.

The region offers educational resources and cultural events close to home, with Raleigh and the North Carolina coast providing options for weekend trips. Choose from established neighborhoods and surrounding communities while enjoying access to regional shopping, entertainment and outdoor recreation.