Description
Step into a full surgical schedule from day one. Thurmond Eye Associates has served the Rio Grande Valley for more than 60 years. We're looking for a cataract surgeon to take on established patient demand, operate in our own ASC, and grow into partnership and regional leadership.
Why this role?
- Immediate volume. A busy cataract practice with an established patient base and a strong referral network from our optometrists and the wider community. No ramp-up years.
- Earnings that reward your work. Production-based pay as a percentage of collections. Realistic earning potential is $850,000+ per year.
- Real ownership. A partnership track with equity, so you build long-term wealth instead of only drawing a salary.
- A path to leadership. Potential appointment as Co-Chief Medical Officer for the Texas region.
- Your own surgical center. Raider Surgical Center, our ASC opened in 2017, has state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical technology.
- A team that handles the rest. Experienced clinical staff and business support let you focus on patients and surgery.
The practice
- 7 board-certified ophthalmologists, including 2 retina specialists 5 optometrists
- 4 clinic locations across the Rio Grande Valley
- On-site optical at every location, plus a full-service optical grinding lab
- Raider Surgical Center (ASC)
Compensation and benefits
- Production-based compensation (% of collections), with $650K+ potential
- Sign-on bonus for direct applicants
- Relocation assistance
- Partnership track with equity
- Comprehensive health benefits and a 401(k)
- Generous PTO covering vacation, CME, holidays, and personal time
- CME reimbursement and paid professional memberships
- Texas medical license, DEA, malpractice, and credentialing all paid by the employer
Life in the Rio Grande Valley
McAllen pairs a low cost of living with a warm climate, mild winters, and a vibrant bicultural community. It's a hub for international trade and retail, and its growing, diverse population creates strong demand for eye care. The city ranks among U.S. News & World Report's Best Places to Live and has been named one of the safest cities in the U.S. by SmartAsset.
What we're looking for
- MD or DO
- Board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology
- Eligible for a Texas medical license
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, patient-centered approach
Apply
Apply online, or reach out to Parker Smith directly at parker.smith@ascendvision.com. We'd love to talk.
