Physician (MD/DO) - Ophthalmology - $155,000 to $175,000 per year in Knoxville, TN

Doctor of Medicine | Ophthalmology
Location: Knoxville, TN
Employer: Curative
Pay: $155,000 to $175,000 per year
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Permanent Medical Optometrist Opportunity in Knoxville, TN - Starting Salary $155,000 - $175,000, plus 30% of collections

Take the next step in your career by joining an esteemed ophthalmology practice in Knoxville. This opportunity is ideal for an optometrist who wants to focus on medical eye disease in a supportive, referral-driven environment. Explore how this role could offer both professional satisfaction and a balanced lifestyle.

Practice Overview:

• You’ll join a team of three physicians in a medically focused practice.
• Emphasis on medical eye disease with minimal routine primary care
• Collaborative co-management model with subspecialty support
• Large referral base with approximately 300 sources

Schedule:

• Flexible clinic hours to accommodate work-life balance
• Strong focus on clinic time with procedural opportunities available
• No heavy call burden; emphasis on patient care quality

Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting Salary $155,000 - $175,000
• Production incentives and long-term earning potential
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and malpractice insurance
• Generous PTO, CME allowance, and possible signing bonus

Candidate Requirements:

• Optometrist (OD) with residency training preferred
• Open to both U.S. and international graduates
• Seeking clinically excellent, collaborative, and mature professionals
• Residents encouraged to apply; no visa sponsorship available.

Community & Location Highlights:

• Live in a vibrant city with a low cost of living and no state income tax.
• Access to outdoor recreation and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
• Family-friendly neighborhoods with a revitalized downtown area
• Close-knit medical community with a strong healthcare presence

Reach out today to learn more about this opportunity and how it aligns with your career goals.