Ophthalmologist – Cataract, LASIK & Premium IOL Surgery | Florida (BB )
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Job description
Refractive & Cataract Surgeon – Florida
$425,000 Base Salary + 30% of Collections | Full-Time | Monday–Friday
Position Overview
An established, multispecialty ophthalmology organization with more than 25 years of experience is seeking an accomplished Refractive and Cataract Surgeon to join its growing surgical team in Florida.
With established practice locations across Sebring, Gainesville, and the Tampa market, the organization offers a collaborative clinical environment where ophthalmologists and optometrists work closely together to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered eye care.
This is an urgent, growth-critical opportunity for an experienced surgeon. Immediate surgical volume is available, allowing the incoming physician to address existing patient demand while contributing to the practice's continued expansion.
Clinical Focus
The practice is primarily focused on cataract, refractive, laser, and lens-based care. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in cataract surgery and/or refractive surgery, with expertise in advanced vision-correction technologies strongly preferred.
Clinical areas include:
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Cataract surgery
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Refractive cataract surgery
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Laser vision correction
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Premium and advanced-technology intraocular lenses (IOLs)
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Comprehensive ophthalmic care
Depending on training and experience, procedures may include:
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LASIK
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PRK
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SMILE
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Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICLs)
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Traditional and laser-assisted cataract surgery
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Premium IOL implantation
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Other advanced vision-correction procedures
Please note: This opportunity focuses on cataract and refractive surgery and is not a retina-focused position.
Job Responsibilities
Perform cataract, refractive cataract, and laser vision-correction procedures.
Evaluate patients and develop individualized surgical and treatment plans.
Recommend appropriate premium lenses and refractive technologies.
Manage patients throughout the preoperative and postoperative process.
Monitor surgical outcomes and adjust treatment plans when clinically appropriate.
Educate patients about treatment options, expectations, risks, and anticipated outcomes.
Collaborate with optometrists, technicians, nurses, and other members of the clinical team.
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation within the EMR.
Stay current with advances in refractive surgery, cataract technology, premium lenses, and emerging vision-correction techniques.
Support the practice's continued clinical growth and expansion.
Qualifications
Successful completion of an accredited ophthalmology residency.
Board certification in Ophthalmology.
Fellowship training strongly preferred.
Minimum of three years of post-training ophthalmology experience.
Active Florida medical license or ability to obtain one promptly.
Interstate Medical Licensure Compact eligibility is beneficial when applicable.
Demonstrated cataract and/or refractive surgical experience.
Experience with laser vision correction and premium IOL technology strongly preferred.
Strong clinical judgment and surgical skills.
Excellent patient communication and interpersonal abilities.
Commitment to patient safety, exceptional outcomes, and clinical excellence.
Ability to work effectively within an integrated, multidisciplinary MD/OD model.
This opportunity is intended for an experienced surgeon and is not currently targeting new graduates.