Refractive & Cataract Surgeon – $425K Base + 30% Collections |Tampa, Florida (BB)
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Job description
Refractive & Cataract Surgeon – $425,000 Base + 30% of Collections
Location: Florida – Sebring, Gainesville, and Tampa Market
Specialty: Ophthalmology – Refractive Surgery / Cataract Surgery
Setting: Private Practice | Outpatient Surgical Care
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Compensation: $425,000 Base Salary + 30% of Collections
Position Overview
An established, multispecialty ophthalmology organization with more than 25 years of experience is seeking an experienced Refractive and Cataract Surgeon to join its growing clinical team in Florida.
This opportunity offers an established patient base, immediate surgical volume, advanced ophthalmic technology, and strong earning potential. The incoming surgeon will play a key role in meeting existing patient demand while supporting the practice’s continued growth and expansion.
The organization operates multiple locations across Florida, including Sebring, Gainesville, and the Tampa market. Physicians work within a collaborative care model alongside optometrists and other experienced clinical professionals.
The practice is focused on cataract surgery, refractive cataract procedures, laser vision correction, and advanced intraocular lens technology. This is not a retina-focused position.
Job Responsibilities
Perform cataract surgery, refractive cataract surgery, and appropriate laser vision-correction procedures.
Conduct comprehensive ophthalmic evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
Evaluate patients for premium and advanced-technology intraocular lenses (IOLs).
Perform surgical procedures based on training, experience, and clinical indications, potentially including LASIK, PRK, SMILE, implantable collamer lenses, and laser-assisted cataract surgery.
Manage patients throughout the preoperative, surgical, and postoperative process.
Educate patients about treatment options, surgical risks, expected outcomes, and recovery.
Monitor clinical outcomes and adjust treatment plans when appropriate.
Collaborate with optometrists, technicians, nurses, and other clinical team members.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation.
Stay current with advancements in cataract surgery, refractive technology, and premium lens options.
Contribute to the practice’s clinical development and continued expansion.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Completion of an accredited ophthalmology residency.
Board certification in Ophthalmology.
Minimum of three years of post-training ophthalmology experience.
Demonstrated cataract surgical experience and/or refractive surgical expertise.
Fellowship training in refractive or cataract surgery strongly preferred.
Experience with laser vision correction and premium IOL technology highly desirable.
Active Florida medical license or ability to obtain one promptly.
Strong surgical judgment, technical skills, and commitment to patient safety.
Excellent patient communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively within an integrated ophthalmologist-optometrist care model.
Experienced physicians are encouraged to apply. This position is not currently targeting new graduates.
Skills
Full-time, Monday through Friday.
Standard clinic hours are approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Surgical days may begin around 6:30 a.m.
No regularly scheduled evening, weekend, or holiday shifts.
Limited call responsibilities, primarily remote telephone/mobile coverage.
Compensation and Benefits
$425,000 annual base salary.
Additional compensation equal to 30% of collections.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off.
401(k) retirement plan.
Immediate surgical volume within an established practice.
Experienced clinical and administrative support.
Access to advanced cataract and refractive technologies.
Long-term professional growth opportunities within an expanding organization.
Immigration Sponsorship
Immigration sponsorship may be considered for qualified physicians who meet the practice’s clinical requirements and possess the required medical licensure.
Interview Process
The interview process generally includes an initial Human Resources interview, a meeting with the organization’s president, and an on-site visit with clinical shadowing.
For strongly qualified candidates, the practice may be able to extend a verbal offer within approximately one week after the later interview stages.
Why Join This Practice?
Join a well-established ophthalmology organization offering immediate surgical volume, advanced technology, a collaborative clinical environment, and a competitive compensation structure. This is an opportunity for an experienced surgeon to build a successful cataract and refractive surgery practice while contributing to the organization’s continued growth across Florida.
Apply today to explore this opportunity with an established ophthalmology team.