Cornea Surgeon | Coastal Virginia
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Job Description
Cornea Surgeon | Coastal Virginia
Tidewater Eye Center and Virginia Eye Consultants have joined together, creating an expanded ophthalmology network across Coastal Virginia and an exciting opportunity for continued growth.
As we expand our reach and ability to serve patients throughout the Hampton Roads and Williamsburg regions, we are seeking a BC/BE, fellowship-trained Cornea Surgeon to join our growing team.
This is an outstanding opportunity to step into immediate clinical and surgical demand while helping expand cornea and anterior segment services across a well-established regional network.
Why Join Our Team?
- Immediate clinical and surgical volume
- Established patient base and strong regional referral network
- Broad mix of cornea, anterior segment, and cataract surgery
- Opportunity to manage complex corneal disease and surgical cases
- Collaborative team of ophthalmologists and subspecialists
- Advanced clinical and surgical technology
- Experienced clinical and surgical support teams
- Multi-location network throughout Coastal Virginia
- Opportunity to help grow and shape cornea services across the region
- Long-term leadership, professional growth, and partnership potential
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary + production incentives
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
- CME allowance
- Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
- STD/LTD and paid time off
- Retirement benefits
- Professional liability coverage
- Long-term growth and partnership potential
Practice in Coastal Virginia
Build your career while enjoying the lifestyle of Coastal Virginia. The Hampton Roads region offers waterfront communities, beaches, history, dining, entertainment, and easy access to both urban and suburban living.
Whether you're completing cornea fellowship or are an experienced surgeon considering your next opportunity, this is an exciting time to join Tidewater Eye Center and Virginia Eye Consultants as we continue expanding specialty eye care throughout the region.
Let's Connect
Rachel Tankersley
- Physician Recruitment racheltankersley@eyecare-partners.com
- Call/Text: 314-580-0036
Key Responsibilities
The Cornea Surgeon will manage clinical and surgical volume while expanding cornea and anterior segment services across the regional network. They will collaborate with a team of ophthalmologists and subspecialists to provide high-quality patient care.
Requirements
Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible and fellowship-trained in Cornea surgery. The role requires the ability to handle a broad mix of corneal, anterior segment, and cataract surgical cases.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
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