Retina Specialist Physician

Job Description & Requirements
Retina Specialist Physician
StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $286380.00 - $390000.00

Enjoy UT institutional support and a well-equipped clinical environment with opportunities for innovation and program-building in Houston, Texas.

The Ruiz Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science at McGovern Medical School, UTHealth Houston, seeks a BC/BE Retina Specialist to join its distinguished Cizik Eye Center due to increasing patient demand and rapid departmental growth. Candidates with a surgical focus are preferred, though candidates with medical interests will be considered.

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Opportunity Highlights:

• Access UT institutional support and strong infrastructure at the distinguished Cizik Eye Center
• Join a department with 16 residents, an excellent reputation, and established partnerships
• Work in an ideal environment for innovation and program-building opportunities
• Join due to increasing patient demand and rapid departmental growth over the past 4 years
• Serve high patient volumes across multiple clinical locations, including Lyndon B. Johnson (LBJ) Hospital
• Teach 16 residents annually, with 2-3 residents present in the clinic daily
• Mentor medical students interested in ophthalmology as part of your role
• Work in a well-equipped clinic with in-house imaging capabilities and recent renovations
• Tailor your clinical, surgical, and academic mix according to your interests
• Join a collegial multi-disciplinary team committed to clinical excellence and research

Community Highlights:

A leading cultural and culinary destination, Greater Houston is a vibrant region that thrives as the fourth-largest city in the United States. You'll find world-class dining, arts, shopping, and nightlife. Enjoy a wealth of outdoor recreation, numerous Gulf Coast beaches, a variety of water activities, and no state income taxes in Texas.

• Houston is a Best Place to Live and Retire in America (US News)
• Excellent Livability Score from Area Vibes, with A grades for Amenities, Commute, Cost of Living, Housing, and Health & Safety
• Beautiful homes in inviting neighborhoods + excellent schools a wonderful place for families and individuals alike
• Home to professional sports teams and myriad restaurants with cuisine from numerous countries
• Texas was named a Best State to Practice in 2025 by Medscape

Facility Location
From rodeos and performing arts to space exploration and medical research, Houston is a city with a uniquely vibrant style and flair. This truly Texas-size city is the ideal destination for traveling health care professionals looking to broaden their skills at highly respected facilities, while enjoying the city’s cosmopolitan flair, renowned arts scene and wide open spaces.

Job Benefits

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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AMN Healthcare is a digitally enabled workforce solutions partner focused on solving the biggest challenges affecting healthcare organizations today. We offer a single-partner approach to optimize labor sources, increase operating margins, and provide technologies to expand the reach of care.

Compensation Information:
$286380.00 / Annually - $390000.00 / Annually