Retina Ophthalmology Opportunity in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description

Job Description

Retina Ophthalmology Opportunity | Lexington, Kentucky

Join an established retina-only group with a strong regional referral base and significant surgical and medical retina volume. This physician-led practice offers clinical autonomy, structured OR time, fellow-supported call, and substantial long-term earning potential.

• Join an Eight-physician retina-only group with established referral networks across 2 major markets
• Full surgical and medical retina scope, including complex vitreoretinal cases
• Approximately 40 intravitreal injections per day and 20 to 30 surgical cases per week
• Retina-only 1:5 call rotation with fellows absorbing the majority of call volume
• Typical call burden of 0 to 2 calls
• 60 to 100 patient encounters per day per provider
• Physician-led organization with preserved clinical autonomy

• Choice of 4 or 5-day workweek
• One dedicated surgical day per week with strong infrastructure support
• Structured clinic and procedural schedule

• Years 1-2 include a base guarantee of 500,000-650,000 with a 34% incentive bonus on top; verified individual annual earnings reach 1.5M-2M+ once established
• Years 1-3+ shift to net collections model with tiered payouts of 34%, 37.5%, and then 40%, plus 25% drug margin participation
• A 50,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are included; early commitment bonus structure is available for 2026/2027 fellows, paid monthly leading up to your start date
• Benefits include malpractice coverage and participation in a physician-led organization with preserved clinical autonomy

• Retina fellowship training in surgical or medical retina required
• Surgical comfort strongly preferred
• Board Certified or Board Eligible
• 2026/2027 graduates and experienced candidates encouraged to apply
• Must currently be located in the U.S.; J-1 and H-1B visa holders welcome

Lexington offers a strong physician community, attractive housing options, and a lower cost of living than many comparable metro areas. Enjoy highly regarded schools, a vibrant arts and dining scene, professional and collegiate athletics, and easy access to the Bluegrass region's outdoor recreation. A regional airport provides convenient connections for both personal and professional travel.

Reach out to learn more about the referral base, surgical volume, compensation structure, and opportunity to build a high-volume retina practice in Lexington.

We are a healthcare staffing company that was founded in 2009 and focused on placing physicians and advanced practitioners in permanent, temporary, and executive-level roles. In 2020 we were purchased by the Silicon Valley tech company, Doximity.

Since the acquisition, we have been moving at 200 miles an hour, combining the people side of the business with technology to do healthcare staffing in a different way.

Curative finds incredible talent with less hassle using better data. We combine the heart and hard work of experienced recruiters with the intelligent technology of Doximity, the world’s largest professional medical network. The result: the commitment and ability to find people who care.

Company Description

We are a healthcare staffing company that was founded in 2009 and focused on placing physicians and advanced practitioners in permanent, temporary, and executive-level roles. In 2020 we were purchased by the Silicon Valley tech company, Doximity.\r\n\r\nSince the acquisition, we have been moving at 200 miles an hour, combining the people side of the business with technology to do healthcare staffing in a different way.\r\n\r\nCurative finds incredible talent with less hassle using better data. We combine the heart and hard work of experienced recruiters with the intelligent technology of Doximity, the world’s largest professional medical network. The result: the commitment and ability to find people who care.