Cataract and Lens Replacement Surgeon
Listed compensation
$750k
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Job Description
Cataract and LENS Replacement Surgeon
LOCATION: SARASOTA AND VENICE, FL | PRACTICE: CENTER FOR SIGHT / US EYE
Center For Sight, one of the country’s leading multi-specialty eye care groups, is seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Cataract and Lens Replacement Surgeon to work with our fully integrated provider team and support staff.
Join our expanding team of 5 ophthalmologists and 17 optometrists providing care at our 10 clinics and our AAAHC certified ophthalmic surgery center. For over 30 years, Center For Sight has led the development of the vertically integrated OD & MD eye care model that is now the standard of care in the United States.
The Clinical Experience: Turnkey Excellence
- MULTI-SPECIALTY PRACTICE: Join a high-volume, well-established multi-specialty practice with a favorable payor mix.
- SURGICAL VOLUME & PREMIUM ADOPTION: Opportunity for 2,000+ cataracts with 50%+ adoption rate.
- CLINICAL SUPPORT: Fully dedicated team of work-up technicians and diagnostic support.
THE PLATFORM: UNCOMPROMISING QUALITY
Center For Sight is a proud partner of US Eye, a physician-led, patient-centric network synonymous with premium technology and unmatched provider expertise. With 44 clinics and 5 surgery centers led by 80+ providers, we deliver world-class multi-specialty care across the Southeast while keeping your practice intimately rooted in the local Southwest Florida community.
Elite Compensation & Wealth Building
- GUARANTEED BASE SALARY: $750,000 base salary for the first two years, plus a highly lucrative performance incentive of 35% of all receipts exceeding $2.142 million.
- UNCAPPED EARNING TRAJECTORY: After first 2 years, production formula only with potential to exceed $1,000,000+ in compensation.
- PARTNERSHIP & EQUITY: Equity opportunity in both ASC and practice.
- EXECUTIVE SIGN-ON BONUS: $100k sign on bonus available immediately upon signing.
Executive Benefits Suite
- WEALTH ACCUMULATION: Highly competitive 401(k) retirement plan featuring a 4% employer match (eligible after 90 days).
- BESPOKE HEALTH & WELLNESS: Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance options, alongside FSA and HSA accounts.
- PROFESSIONAL PROTECTION: 100% employer-paid medical malpractice insurance (up to $40,000 annually), plus licensure/dues support.
- REST & REJUVENATION: 23 days of Paid Time Off annually, plus 7 recognized paid holidays.
- CONTINUOUS MASTERY: $4,000 annual CME allowance + 5 dedicated days off specifically for continuing education (separate from standard PTO).
THE LIFESTYLE: COASTAL LUXURY & FAMILY LIFE
Sarasota offers an exceptional quality of life, combining world-renowned beaches, a thriving arts and cultural scene, outstanding healthcare, and an excellent educational environment. Families have access to top public schools (including Pine View School) and IMG Academy. With a safe community, year-round outdoor lifestyle, and no state income tax, Sarasota is an ideal place to build a career and family.
How to Apply
For more information, or to submit a CV and cover letter, please contact Kim Walsh | Phone: 941-977-6858 | Email: Kimberly.Walsh@USEye.com
Key Responsibilities
The surgeon will perform high-volume cataract and lens replacement procedures within a multi-specialty eye care group. They will collaborate with a team of ophthalmologists and optometrists across 10 clinics and an ophthalmic surgery center.
Requirements
Candidates must be qualified ophthalmologists capable of managing high surgical volumes and premium lens adoption. The role requires a compassionate approach to patient care and the ability to work within a vertically integrated clinical model.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 10+ years of experience
Key Skills
Surgery — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 90% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$750k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $725k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$750k midpoint, that is roughly $30k–$53k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Living in Sarasota
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $438k≈ 0.6× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $2,175/mo≈ 3% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 21 min
- State income tax
- None
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.