Ophthalmologist Retinal Surgeon

SurgeryNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Retinal Surgeon - Job Opportunity

Round Rock, Texas

Baylor Scott & White Health is recruiting a dynamic and team-oriented BC/BE Retinal Surgeon to join an established Ophthalmology practice in Round Rock, Texas, (Greater Austin Area). Step into a thriving, well-established Ophthalmology practice where you’ll have the opportunity to build a rewarding retina surgery career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life in the Austin/Round Rock region.

What This Role Offers

A high-impact retina surgery position serving a growing patient population within a respected, integrated health system.

Primarily outpatient practice with a manageable volume of inpatient consults.

One-day-per-week outreach to our Georgetown/Sun City clinic, expanding access to care in a vibrant and rapidly growing community.

Collaborative, Team-based Environment Including

  • 2 Ophthalmologists in Round Rock
  • 1 Ophthalmologist in Georgetown/Sun City
  • 1 Ophthalmologist in Pflugerville
  • 2 Optometrists (1 Round Rock, 1 Georgetown/Sun City)

Why This Position Stands Out

  • Predictable Monday–Friday schedule supporting work–life balance.
  • Open and welcoming to new retina fellows—enjoy mentorship, support, and a smooth transition into practice.

Employed model with a comprehensive benefits package, competitive compensation, and the stability of the largest not‑for‑profit health system in Texas.

Epic EMR with Kaleidoscope, an eye‑specific platform designed to streamline documentation and enhance clinical efficiency.

Benefits: Our Competitive Benefits Package Includes

  • Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits and time off
  • 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar employer match
  • 457(f) savings plan with employer contribution
  • CME reimbursement ($4,200) and 3 weeks paid days off for CME each year
  • 5 weeks of paid vacation days each year
  • No state income tax

Comprehensive Malpractice Coverage

Excellent relocation assistance package, and much more!

About Us

As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott & White Health now includes 48 hospitals, more than 1,000 access points, 9,600 active physicians, and 48,000 employees, plus the Scott and White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute and Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance—a network of clinical providers and facilities focused on improving quality, managing the health of patient populations, and reducing the overall cost of care. In 2024, Baylor Scott & White Health won for Best Company Work-Life Balance, Best Company Perks & Benefits, Happiest Employees, Best Leadership Teams 2024, Best Career Growth 2024, Best HR Teams 2024 and Best Company Outlook 2024 (Comparably, 2024).

About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Round Rock

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Round Rock is a 168-bed, full-service hospital with a Level IV Trauma designation. The medical center offers a wide network of medical expertise and resources and includes a full range of personalized care in more than 40 specialties.

A freestanding cancer center and care clinic operate adjacent to the hospital. The facility is currently undergoing an expansion- doubling hospital capacity and adding a NICU with estimated completion Spring 2025.

About the Community

Located immediately north of Austin, Round Rock is one of the fastest-growing communities in the U.S. and one of the best-managed cities in Texas. It’s also cited as one of the nation’s “Top Cities for Living the American Dream” and the “Safest City in Texas.”

Here you’ll find topnotch entertainment and dining options as well as state-of-the-art sports facilities, a large outlet mall (think IKEA, Disney, J Crew, and over 115 more stores), a highly rated public-school district and more. Quite simply, one of the country’s most livable towns.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

Qualifications

  • Doctorate Degree in Medicine
  • Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board

Where Applicable- Employee shall be currently board certified in his or her specialty or demonstrate active pursuit of board certification as defined by the appropriate specialty board of the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialist.

Five of our hospitals made Healthgrades’ America’s 250 Best Hospitals list, indicating they are in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence.

For Additional Information, Please Contact

Joel Aleman, Physician Recruiter | Joel.Aleman@BSWHealth.org

Key Responsibilities

The Retinal Surgeon will provide high-quality surgical and clinical care to a growing patient population within an integrated health system. Responsibilities include managing outpatient practices, performing inpatient consults, and participating in outreach clinics to expand access to care.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Retinal surgeryClinical documentationPatient careSurgical proceduresTeam collaborationKaleidoscope platform

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Ophthalmologist Retinal Surgeon at Baylor Scott & White Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Surgery — ranked against 1,303 active Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Surgery — Physician Career Context

Of the 36 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 97% have no call, 69% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Surgery by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in surgeryranked against 1,303 Surgery listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedSurgery median $275k (middle half $275k–$650k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Surgery listings in Texas125 active1,310 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 97% no call · 69% no weekends36 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTexas physician listings (all specialties): 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Surgery hiring demand#4 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 40 days · 40% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 604 postings, 152 closed
New Surgery listings838 in the last 30 days479 the 30 days before (+75%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,303 Surgery listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

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

Top Surgeon Jobs

35 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

34 jobs · 14 employers
20
<$405k
1
$450k
6
$500k
4
$515k-570k
3
$650k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

27 jobs · 14 employers
401k / retirement match
85% this job
Sign-on bonus
30%
Relocation assistance
15% this job
CME allowance
7% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 6.0
Better work-life than 60% of Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,303 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Baylor Scott & White Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Dallas, Texas
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Immediate health and welfare benefits
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar employer match
457(f) savings plan with employer contribution
CME reimbursement ($4,200) and 3 weeks paid CME days
5 weeks paid vacation
No state income tax
Comprehensive malpractice coverage
Relocation assistance package

Living in Round Rock

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$335k
Typical market rent
$1,709/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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