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SEES Management
Chattanooga, Tennessee

Ophthalmologist –Cornea, Cataract & Anterior Segment Surgery

SurgeryFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Who We Are

At AVP

  • SEES Group, exceptional patient care starts with exceptional people. As one of the largest eye care networks in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic, we provide our teams with the training, technology, and support they need to thrive while making a difference in patients' lives. Together, we're building the future of eye care.

Our Mission

To deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients, serve and educate our provider network, and fulfill our commitment to our stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

  • An established and growing referral network
  • Strong relationships with community optometrists
  • Existing patient demand
  • A clear path to building a full practice within approximately six to twelve months
  • Access to multiple clinical locations and established surgery centers
  • Experienced clinical and operational support
  • A collaborative, physician-led care environment
  • The opportunity to build a lasting professional presence in the market

About the Role

We are seeking a cornea fellowship-trained ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract and advanced anterior segment surgery to join a medically focused, referral-driven ophthalmology practice. This role is designed for a surgeon who combines high-level technical skill with sound clinical judgment, and who functions as a trusted tertiary-level resource for optometrists, ophthalmologists, and referring physicians across the region.

The position emphasizes excellence in both routine and complex anterior segment care, with an expectation of leadership in corneal disease management, surgical decision-making, and collaborative care models.

What You'll Do

  • Clinical Scope
  • The surgeon will provide comprehensive corneal and anterior segment surgical care, including:
  • Cataract surgery, including Premium IOL’s as well as complex and high-risk cases
  • Penetrating keratoplasty (PKP)
  • Endothelial keratoplasty, including DSAEK and DMEK

Corneal Cross-linking for Ecstatic Disease

Surgical and medical management of complex corneal pathology, including dystrophies, scars, endothelial disease, and inflammatory conditions

Collaborative pre-operative and post-operative management, working closely with medically focused optometrists and ophthalmology colleagues

The role prioritizes appropriate case selection, surgical precision, and longitudinal outcomes, with an emphasis on escalation, consultation, and shared decision-making when indicated.

Professional Expectations

Surgeons in This Role Are Expected To

  • Maintain the highest standards of surgical excellence and ethical practice
  • Provide clear, thoughtful communication to patients and referring providers
  • Serve as a regional clinical resource for corneal disease and advanced anterior segment care
  • Support and enhance shared-care models through collaboration, education, and accessibility
  • Contribute to clinical quality initiatives and continuous improvement efforts

Referring physicians should view this surgeon as a trusted extension of their practice for complex corneal and anterior segment cases.

Community Engagement & Professional Presence

  • This position carries a visible leadership component. Successful candidates actively develop a strong professional reputation through:
  • Engagement with referring optometrists and ophthalmologists
  • Participation in professional societies, specialty meetings, and educational forums
  • Teaching, lecturing, or mentorship in cornea and anterior segment disease
  • Contribution to clinical outreach, education, and collaborative initiatives

The surgeon functions not only as a procedural specialist, but as a clinical leader and ambassador for high-quality, collaborative eye care.

Requirements

What You'll Bring

  • Has completed fellowship training in cornea and external disease
  • Demonstrates technical excellence across corneal and anterior segment procedures
  • Exhibits strong clinical judgment and thoughtful surgical decision-making
  • Values collaboration with optometrists and referring physicians
  • Communicates clearly and builds trust through outcomes and professionalism
  • Seeks a long-term practice environment with opportunity for clinical leadership and growth
  • Is motivated to contribute to education, referral development, and community engagement

Actual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, certifications, internal equity, and business needs.

Benefits May Include

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Continuing Education Support
  • Certification Sponsorship
  • Employee Eyewear Discounts
  • Referral Bonus Opportunities

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're passionate about patient care, professional growth, and making a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build the future of eye care.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to remain stationary for extended periods

Frequent use of hands, fingers, and computer equipment

Ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members

Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to [XX] pounds

Compliance Requirements

Annual compliance training is required.

Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and company policies is required.

Background screening may be required based on position.

Drug screening may be required based on position and location.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AVP

  • SEES Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required for the position.

Key Responsibilities

The ophthalmologist will provide comprehensive corneal and anterior segment surgical care, including complex cataract and corneal transplant procedures. They will also serve as a clinical leader and trusted resource for referring physicians while maintaining high standards of surgical excellence.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Corneal surgeryMedical leadershipComplex case management

Surgery — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 96% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 11.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
18%
Relocation assistance
13%
CME allowance
5% this job
Loan repayment
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.7this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,116 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Chattanooga

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$327k
Typical market rent
$1,513/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Chattanooga, TN-GA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About SEES Management

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Life & Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Continuing Education Support
Certification Sponsorship
Employee Eyewear Discounts