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Mayo Clinic
Scottsdale, Arizona

Surgical Retina Ophthalmologist

Ophthalmology Top 10% in OphthalmologyFull-Time

Compensation

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Full-Time
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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U. S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

  • Benefits Highlights
  • Medical: Multiple plan options.
  • Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
  • Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
  • Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
  • Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Mayo Clinic’s Department of Ophthalmology in Scottsdale, Arizona is seeking a board‑eligible / board‑certified, fellowship‑trained vitreoretinal surgeon to join our practice. This position offers the opportunity to build a busy medical and surgical retina practice within Mayo Clinic’s collaborative, mission‑driven academic environment. Additional niche expertise is desirable.

The ideal applicant will demonstrate exceptional surgical proficiency, experience in multidisciplinary teamwork, a strong commitment to teaching, and active participation in clinical research. Candidates should have an interest in academic medicine and contributing to education and scholarship at a national academic medical center.

Qualifications

  • Board‑certified or board‑eligible in Ophthalmology
  • Fellowship‑trained in vitreoretinal surgery
  • MD or DO (or equivalent)
  • Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Arizona

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Medical Teaching

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Surgical Retina Ophthalmologist at Mayo Clinic a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Ophthalmology — ranked against 100 active Ophthalmology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Ophthalmology — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

7.2/10 work-life score · Top 10% in Ophthalmology — ranked against 100 active roles in this specialty

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About Mayo Clinic

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Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
HSA
FSA
Retirement Package