Permanent Cornea Specialist Physician Opportunity, Chattanooga, Tennessee

Job Description

Job Description

Permanent Cornea Ophthalmology Opportunity in Chattanooga, TN

Are you ready to join a group with a strong referral base and an optometry-friendly culture? This is your chance to join a well-established ophthalmology practice in the beautiful city of Chattanooga. If you're a cornea-trained specialist, this opportunity offers you the chance to thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Practice Overview

• Work alongside 14 physicians across 2-3 offices with strong optometrist co-management
• Handle a high surgical volume with up to 50 cases per week
• Focus on adult surgical patients with minimal pediatric volume
• Work in 2-3 office locations and a physician-owned ASC with multiple ORs

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM, with 5 clinic days per week
• Flexible OR schedule: 2-5 days per week based on preference
• Blocked surgical time to support efficiency and predictability.

Compensation & Benefits

• High-Earning Potential: Guaranteed salary 400,000-450,000 with 30% collections sharing for 600K+ potential
• Employed position with a 1-year income guarantee, followed by a percentage of collections
• Production incentives are generally around 35%
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and malpractice insurance
• Vacation and CME time, with relocation assistance and signing bonus considered

Candidate Requirements

• MD or DO with fellowship training in cornea and external disease
• Open to residents, fellows, and experienced physicians (no visa sponsorship)
• Strong surgical judgment and a collaborative mindset
• Excellent communication skills and a positive contribution to practice culture

Community & Location Highlights

• Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle in Chattanooga with access to outdoor recreation and cultural events.
• Affordable housing options and excellent schools make it a great place for families.
• Convenient proximity to a regional airport for ease of travel
• A comfortable cost of living allows you to enjoy all the area has to offer

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

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.