Physician Assistant
Compensation
Pay not disclosed
- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job description
Physician Assistant – Oculoplastic Surgery
Carolina Eyecare Physicians
Carolina Eyecare Physicians is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA-C) to work directly alongside an experienced, fellowship-trained Oculoplastic Surgeon in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. This is an exciting opportunity for a PA-C interested in oculoplastics, aesthetics, and procedural medicine to develop a highly specialized, hands-on clinical skill set.
The PA will participate in patient evaluations, diagnostic testing, office-based procedures, pre- and post-operative care, and surgical support. Ophthalmology experience is preferred but not required, and new graduates are encouraged to apply. Specialty training and direct physician mentorship will be provided.
Position Highlights
* Competitive salary
* Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule
* Direct mentorship from a fellowship-trained Oculoplastic Surgeon
* Hands-on procedural and surgical training
* Opportunity for increasing autonomy and development of an independent patient schedule
Clinical & Procedural Experience
The PA will gain experience evaluating and treating conditions such as eyelid lesions, chalazion, excessive tearing, eyelid malposition, trichiasis, blepharospasm, and other periocular conditions.
As experience and competency develop, opportunities may include dedicated clinics and training in:
* Minor eyelid procedures and lesion treatment
* Routine post-operative care
* Urgent oculoplastic consultations
* Neuromodulators and cosmetic injectables
* Nonsurgical facial and periocular rejuvenation
Qualifications
* Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
* Current Physician Assistant license or eligibility for licensure
* Interest in surgery, procedural medicine, ophthalmology, and/or aesthetics
* Ophthalmology or surgical experience preferred but not required
* New graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply
* Ability to travel to other practice locations as necessary
Compensation & Benefits
* Competitive salaried position
* Malpractice insurance provided
* $2,500 annual allowance for continuing education, professional dues, and licensure
* 401(k) employer match up to 4%
* Optical allowance and complimentary eye exams
* Employee discounts on services and products
About Mount Pleasant
Located just minutes from historic Charleston, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle with beautiful neighborhoods, highly rated schools, waterfront dining, and year-round outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy easy access to Shem Creek, Sullivan’s Island, Isle of Palms, Charleston Harbor, and downtown Charleston, providing the perfect combination of beaches, boating, dining, culture, and Southern charm. With a thriving community and an outstanding quality of life, Mount Pleasant is an attractive place to live, work, and build a career.
About Carolina Eyecare Physicians
Carolina Eyecare Physicians is one of South Carolina’s leading eye care practices, providing care in ophthalmology and optometry. Founded over 20 years ago, Carolina Eyecare Physicians has a reputation for providing superior patient service, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, offering innovative procedures, and employing world-class physicians.
With 16 locations, 28 providers, and an exceptional team of eye care professionals, Carolina Eyecare Physicians is proud to be named the #1 practice in the area and is a partner practice of US Eye.
CarolinaEyecare. com [https://carolinaeyecare. com/? utm_source=chatgpt. com]
About US Eye
US Eye is a physician-led, patient-centric network of eye care practices committed to providing exceptional patient service through premium technology and unrivaled provider expertise. We are one of the nation’s leading multi-specialty physician groups providing care in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, and cosmetic facial surgery.
With over 60 clinics and 5 surgery centers, led by 115 providers and more than 1,000 team members system-wide, we deliver world-class care to patients throughout Florida, the Carolinas, and Virginia.
USEye. com [https://www. useye. com/? utm_source=chatgpt. com]
Contact
For more information or to submit a CV, please contact:
Jennifer Merritt
Provider Talent Acquisition Coordinator
941-224-6890
Jennifer. Merritt@useye. com [Jennifer. Merritt@useye. com]
Key Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant will work alongside an oculoplastic surgeon to perform patient evaluations, diagnostic testing, and office-based procedures. They will also provide pre- and post-operative care and assist in surgical support.
Key Skills
Oculoplastic Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context
Of the 50 active Physician Assistant listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 76% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physician Assistant pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
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