Ophthalmology Physician

Location: Houghton, MI

Houghton is a vibrant college town nestled in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, offering stunning natural scenery, outdoor recreation, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. The area is known for its breathtaking views of Portage Lake, world-class winter sports, and a refreshing escape from the hustle of larger metropolitan areas.

Facility: This clinic is part of a well-established healthcare network serving the Upper Peninsula region of Michigan. The facility operates a busy ophthalmology practice with three procedure rooms and two highly experienced and knowledgeable medical assistants providing strong support to providers.

Opportunity: Physician - Ophthalmology

Job Details: Locum Tenens clinic and surgical position with no call required Monday through Friday schedule, 8AM-5PM Preferred schedule of two weeks on, two weeks off - first week focused on surgeries and procedures, second week focused on follow-up appointments Minimum of 4 clinic patients per hour required; approximately 20 patient encounters per shift Must be capable of performing 12-14 procedures and/or surgeries per day Cataract surgery and intravitreal injections are required skills Perform anterior segment surgical procedures including cataract removal, phacoemulsification, extracapsular extraction, intracapsular extraction, and intraocular lens implants Perform glaucoma and corneal surgical procedures Perform intraocular injections Conduct and interpret ultrasound studies (A and B-Scan) Interpret photos, fluorescein angiography, and optical coherence tomography Board certification required with active MI license or IMLC eligibility BLS certification required Estimated credentialing timeframe of 90 days Nearest airport is Houghton County Memorial Airport; lodging available at Country Inn and Suites or local AirBnB options

Compensation: Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.