Retina Specialist Opportunity in Saginaw, Michigan
Join a physician-owned ophthalmology practice with over four decades of regional trust and surgical excellence. This is a rare opportunity to step into immediate surgical retina volume with a robust referral base, high patient demand, and full access to advanced equipment and OR time. With a short partnership track and multimillion-dollar income potential, this role offers both clinical impact and long-term equity.
Practice Overview
- You'll join a team of 7 ophthalmologists and 2 optometrists in a multispecialty eye group
- 100% retina-focused role in a practice with high surgical volume and zero ramp-up
- Dedicated support staff including 3 techs, a scribe, and injection/scheduling assistants
- On-site ASC with 2 ophthalmic ORs and additional hospital OR time available
Schedule
- 5-day preferred workweek; 4-4.5 days also considered
- 1:7 practice call rotation with tech triage and minimal hospital call (2 weeks/year)
- Clinic volumes range from 50-100 patients/day depending on preference and support
- Surgical block time available multiple days/week with case flexibility
Compensation & Benefits
- $425,000 base salary with production bonus (30% of collections over 3.5x base)
- $25,000 sign-on bonus and up to $25,000/year fellowship stipend
- $10,000 relocation allowance, more for long-distance moves
- Full benefits including 6 weeks paid time off, 401k with match, CME allowance, malpractice, and health/life/disability coverage
- Partnership track in 3 years with access to ASC ownership and real estate equity-clinical income potential of $1M+
Candidate Requirements
- Fellowship-trained in surgical retina; medical retina considered but not preferred
- Open to 2026 fellows through 25 years' experience
- Must be high-volume ready and efficient with strong team focus
- No visa sponsorship available
Community & Location Highlights
- Located in Saginaw, the heart of Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region
- Affordable cost of living with access to lakes, boating, hunting, and skiing
- Family-friendly suburban and rural living options
- 90 minutes to Detroit and Ann Arbor with access to a regional airport
Contact us to see how this opportunity can help you build a rewarding practice with a balanced life.
