Description

Doctor of Medicine | Ophthalmology
Location: Nashville, TN
Employer: Curative
Pay: $400,000 to $650,000 per year
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Retina Opportunity in Nashville, TN

You've built your retina skill set for a reason-now put it to work in a high-referral environment where your surgical volume can ramp up quickly. This is a full-time Vitreoretinal Surgeon role designed for someone who wants a steady clinic flow, protected OR time, and strong support. If you're looking for a Retina position in Nashville with room to grow, this is worth a closer look.

Practice Overview

• You'll join an established ophthalmology group with 15 ophthalmologists, including an existing retina specialist and other subspecialists
• Referral-driven model with an active co-management approach and 300+ referring optometric providers across Middle Tennessee
• Four clinic days plus one dedicated OR day weekly, with blocked OR time available
• Strong on-site support (dedicated technicians, diagnostics) plus anesthesia, radiology, nursing, and hospital partnership

Schedule

• Clinic hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Typical flow of 30-50 patients per clinic day with two exam rooms assigned to you
• Average surgical volume around 4-6 retina cases per week, with opportunity to build
• Call rotates among physicians; no ER call requirements and virtually no trauma call

Compensation & Benefits

• Employed position with base salary (starting at $0 as listed; final compensation is negotiable) plus production-based incentives
• Potential sign-on bonus and relocation assistance (both negotiable)
• Comprehensive benefits package and malpractice insurance provided (tail coverage remains physician responsibility)
• Vacation, CME time, and CME allowance are negotiable based on your needs

Candidate Requirements

• MD/DO; fellowship training in Vitreoretinal Surgery required (medical and surgical retina focus)
• Strong surgical and diagnostic skills; commitment to quality outcomes
• Residents not considered; the practice is built for a physician ready to step into full clinical volume
• Collaborative communication style, comfortable working within a shared-care/co-management model

Community & Location Highlights

• Nashville offers a major-metro feel with multiple neighborhood options-from walkable urban living to family-friendly suburbs
• Strong dining, live music, and year-round events, plus easy access to parks and outdoor recreation
• Convenient air travel through a major regional airport for quick trips and visiting family
• Wide range of housing choices and school options across the metro area

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