Comprehensive Vision & Cataract Ophthalmologist

HireNow Staffing•California, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a Comprehensive Vision & Cataract Ophthalmologist for one of our valued client partners in California. This full-time physician opportunity combines a $385,000–$435,000 compensation range with substantial long-term earning potential, extraordinary recruitment incentives, retirement benefits, and a balanced clinical and surgical practice. The Ophthalmologist will join a collaborative, physician-led medical group with modern facilities, advanced technology, experienced clinical support, and opportunities for continued professional and leadership development. The practice is approximately 80% clinic and 20% operating room, with cataract surgery representing a core component of the surgical caseload. For physicians considering a long-term future in California, the package is particularly compelling, with a $220,000 sign-on incentive, up to $250,000 in housing assistance, PSLF eligibility, pension benefits, and additional performance incentives.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
Successful completion of an accredited Ophthalmology residency program.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology.
Current California physician licensure or eligibility to obtain California licensure.
Demonstrated competency in comprehensive/general ophthalmology.
Training and clinical competency in cataract surgery.
Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making capabilities.
Excellent patient communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a physician-led multidisciplinary environment.
Commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and high-quality ophthalmologic care.
Holds an MD or DO degree and has completed Ophthalmology residency training.
Is Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology.
Holds or can obtain the appropriate California medical license.
Demonstrates competency in comprehensive ophthalmology.
Can independently perform cataract surgery.
Is comfortable maintaining a primarily clinical practice with a consistent surgical component.
Demonstrates strong diagnostic, procedural, patient-care, and communication capabilities.
Values a collaborative physician-led practice environment.
Is interested in establishing a stable, long-term practice in California.
Meets all core clinical and professional requirements.

Nice To Haves

Board Certification in Ophthalmology.
Established cataract surgical experience.
Experience managing a broad comprehensive ophthalmology patient population.
Interest in continued surgical and clinical skill development.
Experience utilizing modern ophthalmic technology.
Interest or experience in physician leadership.
Candidates seeking long-term practice stability and professional growth.
Strong cataract surgical experience and outcomes.
Broad comprehensive ophthalmology expertise.
Experience balancing clinical practice with an active surgical caseload.
Strong patient satisfaction and relationship-building capabilities.
Experience utilizing advanced ophthalmic diagnostic and surgical technology.
Interest in clinical leadership or future physician leadership opportunities.
Commitment to long-term practice development and community involvement.
Stable professional history demonstrating progressive ophthalmology experience.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive ophthalmologic evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients.
Diagnose and manage common and complex ophthalmic conditions within the scope of a general ophthalmology practice.
Perform cataract surgery and other appropriate ophthalmic procedures.
Manage preoperative and postoperative care for surgical patients.
Maintain an approximately 80% clinical and 20% operating-room practice mix.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient needs.
Utilize advanced ophthalmic diagnostic and surgical technologies.
Collaborate with physicians, technicians, nurses, and other clinical professionals.
Educate patients regarding diagnoses, treatment alternatives, procedures, recovery, and ongoing eye health.
Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
Follow applicable clinical, patient-safety, regulatory, and professional standards.
Participate in quality-improvement and physician-development initiatives.
Pursue leadership opportunities as the practice and physician's interests evolve.

Benefits

Compensation: $385,000–$435,000
Long-Term Earnings: Potential to reach approximately $480,000 over time based on the provided compensation structure.
Sign-On Incentive: $220,000
Housing Assistance: Up to $250,000, with interest paid for 10 years under the provided program.
Combined Recruitment Incentives: Potential approaching $470,000 between sign-on and housing assistance.
Student Loan Benefit: PSLF eligible
Performance Incentives: Annual performance incentives with potential bonuses exceeding $20,000 with experience.
Retirement: Pension program with potential retirement benefits covering up to approximately 50% of income, plus employer contributions reported at approximately $26,000 annually and a 401(k)-deferral option.
Schedule: Flexible scheduling opportunity, including the potential for one day off every other week.
Practice Mix: Approximately 80% Clinic | 20% OR
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Location: California