# Ophthalmologist - Greenville, North Carolina

> Commonwealth Medical Services · Greenville, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-02-20

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** East - ECU Health - All

## Description

### Cornea / External Disease Ophthalmologist

**Academic & Clinical Practice**

A growing ophthalmology program is seeking a **Board Certified or Board Eligible, fellowship-trained Cornea/External Disease specialist** to join an expanding multi-specialty ophthalmology practice. Candidates with an interest in **resident education and residency program development** are encouraged to apply.

The practice is based at a **tertiary referral medical center** that manages a high volume of complex ophthalmic cases. The ophthalmology service is actively expanding across multiple subspecialties and benefits from a strong hospital-based referral network, as well as referrals from community optometrists and ophthalmologists in a region with limited subspecialty coverage.

The program has received **ACGME approval to launch a new Ophthalmology residency**, with the inaugural class scheduled to begin in **summer 2026**, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to program development from the ground up.

### Opportunity Highlights

-   Hospital-employed position
-   Hospital privileges at a tertiary medical center and affiliated ambulatory surgery center
-   Position available due to program expansion
-   Opportunity for **academic appointment** at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
-   Outpatient clinic located near the hospital with **state-of-the-art equipment**
-   Responsibilities include clinical care, teaching of trainees, and rotating call coverage
-   Opportunities for clinical and academic research

## Benefits

### Compensation & Benefits

-   Competitive compensation package
-   Comprehensive benefits including relocation assistance, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
-   Medical malpractice insurance with tail coverage
-   Retirement plans with employer matching options
-   Medical, dental, and vision insurance
-   Disability and life insurance

Additional incentives may be available for eligible candidates, including **loan repayment assistance, sign-on bonus, income guarantees, and residency or fellowship commitment stipends**.

## Apply

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