Ophthalmology Physician - Houghton, MI

Job Description
Join a high-volume outpatient ophthalmology practice delivering both clinic care and surgical services without on-call responsibilities. You’ll work a two-week cycle—performing cataract surgeries and intravitreal injections the first week, then managing follow-up visits the second—while enjoying a predictable Monday-through-Friday, 8 am-5 pm schedule. This locum tenens role offers a supportive environment with two experienced medical assistants and a busy patient population.

Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Outpatient Clinic / Surgery Center
- Start Date: ASAP – Ongoing
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (two weeks on, two weeks off)
- Patient Population: Adult
- Location: Houghton, MI
- Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)

Job Responsibilities
- Perform cataract extraction, phacoemulsification, intra-ocular lens implantation, and glaucoma procedures.
- Administer intravitreal injections and other required intra-ocular therapies.
- Conduct pre-operative and post-operative assessments, including follow-up visits.
- Interpret ocular imaging studies: OCT, fluorescein angiography, ultrasound (A- and B-scan) and fundus photographs.
- Manage an average of 20 patient encounters per shift, maintaining a productivity target of ≥4 patients per hour.
- Collaborate with two skilled medical assistants to ensure efficient clinic flow and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications
- Board certified in Ophthalmology (minimum).
- Current BLS certification.
- Fellowship training preferred (minimum 1).
- Demonstrated ability to complete 12–14 procedures/surgeries per day.
- Experience with cataract surgery, intra-ocular lens implantation, and intravitreal injections.
- Ability to meet credentialing requirements within a 90-day timeframe.

Working Hours
- Two-week rotation: Week 1 – surgeries and procedures; Week 2 – clinic follow-ups.
- Standard shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm; no after-hours call.

Skills
- Proficient in cataract surgery techniques (phacoemulsification, IOL implantation).
- Skilled in intravitreal injection administration.
- Strong interpretation skills for OCT, fluorescein angiography, and ocular ultrasound.
- Excellent patient communication and education abilities.
- Ability to work efficiently with support staff in a high-volume setting.