Vitreoretinal Surgeon - Tyler, TX
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Job Description
EyeCare Associates of East Texas has a unique opportunity for a BC/BE Vitreoretinal Surgeon to join our multi-specialty ophthalmology practice to expand and grow our footprint. We have a full team of 5 Ophthalmologists and 5 Optometrists specializing in general ophthalmology, glaucoma, retina, and cornea/external disease with additional volume available!
About EyeCare Associates of East Texas
We are a very busy practice with three satellite offices that draw from a large optometric referral network. Our beautiful and spacious 33,000 sq. ft. facility includes an optical shop, a hearing center, specialized testing equipment, and superb staffing in each department. Adjacent to our clinic is our recently completed state-of-the-art single-specialty ASC.
- As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy:
- An outstanding practice environment with a strong focus on clinical excellence.
- A support staff that is trained in providing efficient, patient-centered care.
- The opportunity to participate in clinical trials and provide patients with cutting edge treatments.
- An established network providing a referral base
- A network of Trusted Peers
Our Benefits Package includes:
- A guaranteed, generous compensation package that is competitive.
- Positive Work-Life Balance
- Company-Matched 401K
- Continuing Education & Licensure Allowance
- Professional Liability Insurance
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
About the Area
Tyler, Texas is a thriving city a short 90-minute drive from Dallas and is the fastest-growing retirement community in the area. We are surrounded by the famous East Texas piney woods, three large lakes, and many golf courses. Texas has favorable tort reform and no state income tax - this is a tremendous opportunity to join a busy practice in a beautiful community!
For more information, contact Rachel Tankersley at racheltankersley@eyecare-partners.com or text/call 314.580.0036
Key Responsibilities
The Vitreoretinal Surgeon will join a multi-specialty practice to provide high-quality patient care and expand the clinic's surgical footprint. Responsibilities include performing specialized eye surgeries and participating in clinical trials to offer cutting-edge treatments.
Requirements
Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) in Ophthalmology with a specialization in Vitreoretinal surgery. The role requires a commitment to clinical excellence and the ability to work effectively within a multi-specialty team.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Surgery — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 98% have no call, 86% require no weekends.
Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 11.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Surgery median $275k (middle half $275k–$525k)28 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Surgery listings in Texas | 127 active | 1,281 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 98% no call · 86% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas Physician listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $68k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Surgery pay trend | −11.1% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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