Vitreoretinal Surgeon - RAK(Ashland, KY)
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Job Description
Retina Associates of Kentucky is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Retina Specialist to join our established, multi-specialty ophthalmology practice serving patients throughout the greater Ashland, Kentucky area.
With a long-standing reputation for excellence, Retina Associates of Kentucky is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art, compassionate care for diseases of the retina and vitreous. Our physicians work closely with patients and referring providers to deliver comprehensive, personalized retinal care.
About Retina Associates of Kentucky
- Established regional referral base serving patients and referring physicians throughout the area
- Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of retinal and vitreous disorders
- Commitment to advancing retinal medicine through research, education, and innovative treatment
- Experienced physician team with 183 combined years of clinical expertise
- Physicians nationally and internationally recognized for their expertise in retinal disease
- Recognition among “Best Doctors in America” and “America’s Top Ophthalmologists”
Why Join Retina Associates of Kentucky?
We offer an outstanding professional environment with strong clinical support and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- CME allowance
- Paid vacation
- Medical malpractice insurance coverage
- State medical licensure and DEA fee coverage
- Relocation assistance
- Signing bonus, with terms flexible and negotiable
- About Ashland, Kentucky
Located in northeastern Kentucky, Ashland offers a welcoming community with a rich history, cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and an affordable cost of living.
Highlights Include
- Broadway Square, a historic destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment
- Port of Ashland, home to an impressive collection of bronze sculptures
- Paramount Arts Center, featuring Broadway productions and other live performances
- Highlands Museum and Discovery Center, offering educational and interactive exhibits for all ages
- Convenient access to outdoor recreation and family-friendly amenities
Ashland provides an excellent combination of professional opportunity, community amenities, and quality of life.
Interested in Learning More?
- Contact Rachel Tankersley
- Email: racheltankersley@eyecare-partners.com
- Call/Text: 314-580-0036
Key Responsibilities
The surgeon will provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for patients with retinal and vitreous disorders. They will work collaboratively with referring providers to deliver personalized and high-quality clinical care.
Requirements
Candidates must be a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Retina Specialist. The role requires expertise in ophthalmology and a commitment to advancing retinal medicine through clinical practice.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Surgery — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 84% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Living in Ashland
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $150k
- Median resident rent
- $872/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 21 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 88.4
- State income tax
- Up to 4.5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.