Ophthalmology Opening in Cooperstown, NY

Updated 11/04/25
Cooperstown, New York, United States
Physician
Ophthalmology
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Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship No

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Job description

Ophthalmology opening - Cooperstown, NY *Retina Surgical Specialist* Position Details

  • Full-time, permanent
  • Hospital employed
  • Progressive, academic health system in central New York and major teaching affiliate of Columbia University
  • Medical or Surgical specialists are welcome to apply
  • Join an established group of 4 Ophthalmologists and 3 Optometrists.
  • The candidate will be a second retina specialist.
  • Currently, there are specialists in medical retina, pediatrics and glaucoma.
  • The support staff is well-trained and experienced in both the clinic and the operating room.
  • On call is every 5th weekend and rarely busy.
  • Opportunities exist for both research and teaching if interested.
  • Referral patterns for tertiary care ophthalmologists are well established.
  • Salary Range: $330,000 - $594,736 plus performance-based compensation. This compensation range represents good-faith belief of the compensation range at the time of this posting or advertisement. Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.
  • Health system offers physicians an incentive plan with no earnings cap. Individual performance and productivity can significantly enhance compensation with potential upside realized within the first year of employment.
  • Sign-on Bonus up to $100,000
  • Group Employed Model
  • Visa sponsorship available - J-1 and H-1B candidates welcome to apply Job Qualifications
  • MD, DO or MBBS
  • Board Eligible or Board Certified
  • Fellowship in Medical Retina
  • NYS Licensure
  • BLS Certification Required
  • DEA Required
Benefits Medical, dental and vision insurance Paid time off, including vacations and holidays Life Insurance and disability protections Paid Malpractice Retirement Benefits CME time and money Moving Allowance About the Health Network: Rural integrated health care system that serves communities through an eight county region, covering 5,600 square miles in Central New York. The network includes a Primary Hospital that is Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, a secondary Hospital, and three critical access hospitals, as well as skilled nursing facilities, community and school- based health centers, and health partners in related fields. This is a safe, vibrant and sophisticated upstate community set in a bucolic lake front village affording four seasons of cultural and outdoor activity. An unparalleled and inclusive community sports center. The Division of General Internal Medicine is an NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home, Level 3 Recognized practice. Fully integrated EPIC inpatient and ambulatory EMR. About the Community: Nestled in the foothills of the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains, Cooperstown, NY is a beautiful resort village on Otsego Lake. Home to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, the Glimmerglass Opera Company, and the Fenimore Art Museum, the area also boasts many cultural and four season recreational advantages including theater, music, museums, golf, sailing, hiking, and skiing.
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