Comprehensive Ophthalmologist Opportunity
St. Michael's Eye & Laser Institute
Largo / Clearwater, Florida
Join an Established, Growing Private Practice on Florida's Gulf Coast
St. Michael's Eye & Laser Institute is seeking a motivated Comprehensive Ophthalmologist to join our expanding physician-owned practice in beautiful Largo/Clearwater, Florida.
For more than six decades, our practice has provided exceptional ophthalmic care throughout the Tampa Bay area. We are committed to combining advanced technology with compassionate, patient-centered care while continuing to invest in our physicians, our facilities, and the future growth of the practice.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a surgeon looking to build a busy practice with immediate surgical volume, excellent support, and long-term career growth.
Position Highlights
- Comprehensive Ophthalmology
- High-volume Cataract Surgery
- Premium IOL Program
- Glaucoma (preferred but not required)
- Oculoplastics interest welcomed
- Opportunity to expand subspecialty interests
- Immediate referral base
- Excellent surgical support
- Experienced clinical and administrative team
New graduates, fellows, and experienced surgeons are encouraged to apply.
About Our Practice
St. Michael's Eye & Laser Institute offers a full spectrum of ophthalmic care including:
- Premium Cataract Surgery
- LASIK & Refractive Surgery
- Glaucoma Care
- Retina Services
- Comprehensive Eye Care
- Cosmetic & Functional Eyelid Surgery
- Dry Eye Treatment
- Optical Services
Our integrated model allows physicians to focus on patient care while our experienced team manages scheduling, billing, marketing, and operations.
Technology
Physicians have access to state-of-the-art equipment including:
- Alcon LenSx® Femtosecond Laser
- Alcon ORA™ Intraoperative Aberrometry
- Alcon Centurion® Vision System
- Zeiss OPMI Lumera Operating Microscopes
- Zeiss Cirrus OCT
- Zeiss Humphrey Visual Field
- Optos Daytona Widefield Imaging
- Pentacam
- IOLMaster 700
- Constellation Vision System
- VISX Star S4 Excimer Laser
- Ellex Tango Laser
- iCare Tonometry
Ambulatory Surgery Center
Surgeries are performed in our AAAHC-accredited ambulatory surgery center, providing an efficient surgical experience with dedicated ophthalmic staff and modern operating facilities.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package designed to reward productivity and long-term commitment, including:
- Competitive guaranteed base salary
- Productivity incentive plan
- Signing assistance (negotiable)
- Relocation assistance (negotiable)
- CME allowance
- Paid malpractice insurance
- Health and retirement benefits
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Partnership opportunity for the right candidate
Why Join St. Michael's?
- Physician-owned private practice
- Established referral network
- Immediate patient volume
- Excellent work-life balance
- Modern surgery center
- Advanced technology
- Strong clinical support
- Opportunity to grow your surgical practice
- Long-term leadership and partnership potential
About Clearwater, Florida
Located on Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast, Clearwater offers:
- World-famous beaches
- Year-round sunshine
- Boating and fishing
- Professional sports
- Outstanding restaurants and entertainment
- Excellent schools
- Easy access to Tampa International Airport
- No Florida state income tax
Enjoy an exceptional quality of life while building a rewarding surgical career.
Qualifications
- MD or DO
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Ophthalmology
- Florida medical license (or eligible)
- Excellent surgical and clinical skills
- Strong commitment to patient-centered care
- Interest in long-term practice growth
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to reward productivity, surgical excellence, and long-term commitment.
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First-year earning potential: $400,000–$700,000+
- Competitive guaranteed base salary
- Productivity-based incentive program with uncapped earning potential
- .CME allowance and paid CME time
- Paid malpractice insurance
- Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Partnership opportunity for the right candidate
