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.
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