Academic Surgical Retina | UMMC

VITREORETINAL SUGEON

Join the only Academic Medical Center and Tertiary Referral Center in the state - University of Mississippi Medical Center

Position Highlights:

• Ideal Practice Environment: Strong referral base, three dedicated exam lanes, procedure room, and separate imaging suite
• Dedicated Support Team: Ophthalmic tech, midlevel support staff, injection room tech, scribe, and photography team
• Retina-only weekday call: (1:2) weekend call (1:6) shared with community group; limited general call
• Teaching & Research: 90% clinical, 10% education; train residents and retina fellow; access to cutting-edge clinical trials, including retina gene therapy
• Surgical Facilities: Level 1 trauma center; opportunity to perform complex retinal procedures, including retinal detachment repair and trauma/ruptured globe
• Subspecialty Clinic: Retina subspecialty care at Lakeland Drive location

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation: 2-year guarantee and earning potential of $525K with reasonable production expectations
• Sign-On Bonus and relocation assistance
• Professional Development Funds: $3500 annual reimbursement
• Comprehensive Benefits: including 14% retirement contribution

Qualifications:

• Degree: MD or DO
• Certifications: Surgical Retina Fellowship required
• Licensure: Must be in possession of or able to acquire a MS license
• Visa Sponsorship: J1 and H1-b

About the Community

• Easy commutes and minimal traffic—most physicians live within 15–20 minutes of campus
• Cultural scene featuring the Mississippi Symphony, art museums, and annual festivals
• Growing culinary landscape with Southern cuisine, local favorites, and new restaurant

Job Reference #: OPH 24868