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UMMG Staff Physician - Ophthalmology, General/Comprehensive
About the Role
Academic ophthalmology position in Coral Gables, FL. Full-time. Benefits include tuition remission.
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Benefits & Compensation
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Tuition Remission
- Retirement Plan
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
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Key Responsibilities
The staff physician provides comprehensive medical care, develops treatment plans, and performs physical assessments for patients. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate medical records, prescribing treatments, and adhering to quality assurance and safety guidelines.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctorate degree in Medicine (MD) and have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. Strong communication, teamwork, and technical skills are required to function effectively in an academic medical environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Ophthalmology — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 3.0/10 on work-life balance for Ophthalmologist roles.
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