Ophthalmology Opening in Mission, TX
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## Ophthalmologist | Mission, TX South Texas — 10 Miles from the Mexico Border Base Salary: $400,000 + Productivity-Based Incentive Compensation ## Position Details * Full-time, permanent position * Setting: Outpatient — single specialty ophthalmology group; state-of-the-art office and iLasik surgery suite * Cataract surgery proficiency — required * Spanish speaking preferred but not required ## Practice Overview Seeking a BC/BE Ophthalmologist to join a well-established, single-specialty ophthalmology group in South Texas: * Join a current team of 2 MDs, 2 optometrists, and highly skilled technicians * Comprehensive ophthalmic care including cataracts, retina, diabetes eye care, and glaucoma * iLASIK for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism — using advanced computer-guided technology * Only recommends eye surgery and procedures to patients who meet qualification criteria * State-of-the-art office and iLASIK surgery suite with the latest diagnostic equipment * Active patient census with a motivated, professional, and pleasant work environment * Electronic Medical Records ## Compensation & Benefits * Base salary: $300,000 plus productivity-based incentive compensation * Relocation reimbursement: Up to $12,000 * 1 week CME time plus $2,000 CME reimbursement * Paid holidays, vacation, and 1 week paid sick leave * Health insurance — eligible 60 days after first of the month following hire date * 401(k) retirement plan ## Required Qualifications * MD or DO — Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology * Active Texas medical license — required * Cataract surgery proficiency — required * Spanish speaking — preferred but not required * Motivated individual with excellent bedside manner and compassionate approach ## About the Community – Mission, Texas * Charming South Texas city of approximately 77,000 — 10 miles from the Mexico border * Low cost of living and low crime rate — recognized schools throughout the area * Home to the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and South Texas College * McAllen-Miller International Airport just 8 miles away in McAllen * Within 1.5 hours from South Padre Island — beautiful Gulf Coast beaches * 20 city parks, semi-private 18 and 27-hole golf courses, and mountain biking trails * Vibrant dining, entertainment, and sports and recreation throughout the Rio Grande Valley * Rich bicultural community with a warm, welcoming atmosphere