Ophthalmology Physician

Job ID: 6002 Practice Details

• Seeking a BC/BE Ophthalmologist who prefers to practice in an environment that will offer a comfortable work-life balance in a community of about 26,000 residents.
• Primary Care Comprehensive Ophthalmology and Cataracts
• Bread and Butter, Busy Practice
• Retinal Injections Strongly Preferred
• Interest in Common Lid Surgeries a Plus
• Other Sub-Specialty Interest a Plus
• Most Lid Surgeries and Sub-Specialty Work are Currently Sent Out
• 5 In-House Optometrists for Direct Referrals
• 100% Catchment of All Other Local Optometrists
• 1:8 call
• Support Staff Available to Work Up, Refract, and Scribe

Recruiter's Insight

MORE PURCHASING POWER: Starting Salary is $70,000 To $100,000 More Compared To Nocturnist Positions Located In Chicago, IL, Coupled With A Cost Of Living Of 30% Less In This Community Provides You With Significant Buying Power With The Opportunity To Build Your Dream Home, Pay Down Your Student Loans And Retire Early.

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Choose to live in Chicagoland area and rent an apartment during your weeks on or relocate to Sterling, Illinois, a family friendly atmosphere, Laid Back Lifestyle and ideal for outdoor enthusiast, located far enough from urban hassels, including, traffic, admitting to several hospitals, high crime and high cost of living, but close enough to enjoy the amenities of one of the great cities in america - CHICAGO!


LOW COST OF LIVING: With Average Home Pricing Settled At $129,969 And Where A Desirable 3456 Square Ft. 4 Bedroom/2 Bath Home Sold For $225,000 Building A Quality Of Life With Substantial Savings Is Easy.

PRACTICE ENVIRONMENT: This organization provides you with autonomy and the flexibility of running your pracitce without interference from administration, and at the same time, provides their physician's with a hospital employed model and the opportunity to earn in the 90th%tile, if desired. Closest Major City

• 107 miles to Chicago, IL
• 126 miles to Milwaukee, WI
• 220 miles to Saint Louis, MO

Colleges and Universities

• Ashford University (about 27 miles; Clinton, IA; Full-time enrollment: 73,330)
• Kishwaukee College (about 44 miles; Malta, IL; FT enrollment: 3,356)
• Black Hawk College (about 45 miles; Moline, IL; FT enrollment: 5,086)
• Illinois Valley Community College (about 46 miles; Oglesby, IL; FT enrollment: 2,747)
• Kaplan University-Davenport Campus (about 48 miles; Davenport, IA; FT enrollment: 60,376)
• Northern Illinois University (about 49 miles; Dekalb, IL; FT enrollment: 18,126)

Recreation

• The City of Sterling maintains seven parks in addition to the parks operated by the Sterling Park District. These are neighborhood parks located throughout the community.
• Sterling is within one of the best Park Districts in the State. The Sterling Park District offers a variety of recreational opportunities in addition to the City parks
• The Dillon Home Property functions primarily as a museum but weddings can also be hosted on the grounds.

Shopping

• The Northland mall has many stores for all ages to shop at.
• There are many other shops located through out Sterling.