Retina Surgeon Opportunity with Partnership in Durango, Colorado

Colorado

$500-850k
full-time
Outpatient

## Retina Surgery Opportunity in the Four Corners Region

Join a high-volume, physician-owned ophthalmology practice that is recognized for its cutting-edge technology and growth-oriented environment. We are seeking a skilled Retina Surgeon to become part of a collaborative team dedicated to providing advanced eye care services. This is a unique opportunity to work in a respected community practice offering a clear partnership path.

Practice Overview

  • You’ll join a team of five physicians and three optometrists
  • Work in a modern facility with access to advanced diagnostic tools
  • Participate in optional clinical research through the Southwest Retinal Research Center
  • Benefit from a high degree of surgical autonomy with multiple ASC partnerships

Schedule

  • A four-day workweek with two days in Durango and one at a satellite location
  • One dedicated surgery day per week
  • Shared call responsibilities on a 1:6 rotation, phone-based with no hospital rounds
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary ranging from $500,000 - $600,000
  • Incentive model with 35% of net collections over threshold
  • Two-year partnership track with ownership opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits including employer-paid health insurance, relocation assistance, and retirement plan

Candidate Requirements

  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Ophthalmology
  • Experience in vitreoretinal surgery preferred
  • Eligible for licensure in both Colorado and New Mexico
  • Comfortable with high patient volume and diverse surgical cases

Community & Location Highlights

  • Durango offers a vibrant mountain lifestyle with outdoor recreation and a bustling downtown
  • Cortez provides access to Mesa Verde National Park and desert hiking
  • Farmington features a lower cost of living with "mansion-style" real estate options
  • Convenient travel via Durango-La Plata County Airport with flights to major hubs

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

Compensation Details

$500-850k

Location Insights

  • A+

    Commute

  • A-

    Access to Restaurants

  • A-

    Public Schools

  • A-

    Overall

  • B+

    Access to Outdoor Activities

  • B+

    Access to Parks

  • Total Population

    19,148

  • Median Rent

    $1,404

  • Median Home Value

    $569,100

  • Median Income

    $76,177

JobID: JN -012026-35067
Posted February 24, 2026

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