Ophthalmology Single Specialty Group job located in California

Exciting opportunity for Ophthalmologist to join premier group in Sacramento

Currently 4 full time and two part time physicians based among 4 locations.

Call is every third week Monday-Thursday covering this group only and the urgent care. Rare to get calls when on call. Probably 2 weekends or possibly 3 a year, covering for approximately 20 other ophthalmologists in the Sacramento area.

There is no ER call. On the weekends expect to see 1-4 patients. Rare to get called at night.

Types of cases--a wide variety of pathology covering all areas, neuro-oph, pediatric, glaucoma, diabetes, cataracts, etc.

Types of surgery are most common-cataracts, pterygium, MIGS, lasers for iridotomies, capsulotomies, and SLT. Also depending on candidate’s experience. Opportunity to learn and do laser assisted cataract surgery

25-35 patients a day in clinic-25-35

One full day in surgery, expect 300 cataracts a year

No  procedure room at the clinic-

Currently three exam rooms, will be seeking approval for 2 more in order to have full time OD working at the clinic the same hours as MD.

Competitive guarantee base pay for two years with a RVU incentive bonus, Sign on and relocation.

Nestled in beautiful Northern California, Sacramento is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in America. The capital city of California serves as the political nucleus of the nation's most influential state, the sixth-largest economy in the world. The area offers a wide variety of activities to enjoy, including fine dining, shopping, biking, boating, river rafting, skiing, or attending one of many different cultural events. Because of its central location, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, the vineyards of Napa Valley, and the historical Gold Rush towns of the foothills are all within easy driving distance.