Comprehensive Ophthalmologist (Cataract + Retina/Glaucoma Experience) - FT - Private Practice - Farmington, NM (Farmington, NM)
About the role
Our Private Practice is a large DOCTOR-OWNED integrated practice seeking a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist with strong cataract surgery skills and experience managing retina and glaucoma patients. Join a collaborative team of 1 Ophthalmologist and 4 Optometrists in our Farmington, New Mexico location, offering a high-volume, high-complexity surgical environment and 260+ days of sunshine each year. You’ll serve patients across the Four Corners region (NM/CO/UT/AZ) with a strong referral base and an established patient population—meaning you can build a busy clinic and surgical schedule quickly. Candidates who value teamwork, service, and outstanding patient care will thrive here. Partnership consideration is available after year two.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive ophthalmology evaluations and patient care
- Conduct cataract surgeries with strong surgical skills
- Manage retina and glaucoma patients
- Collaborate with a team of 1 Ophthalmologist and 4 Optometrists
Benefits
- $25,000 sign-on bonus
- $6,000/year professional allowance
- Partnership consideration after year two
- Mentorship for ongoing support and development in surgical and clinical excellence
Location
Farmington, New Mexico, situated in the northwest corner of the state—just 45 minutes from Durango, Colorado. The area offers exceptional quality of life where the San Juan, Animas, and La Plata Rivers converge, with access to world-class fly fishing, hiking, rafting, kayaking, hunting, mountain biking, and nearby skiing at Purgatory, Wolf Creek, and Telluride.
New Mexico recently passed a bill that may provide physicians up to $300k in loan repayment to practice in New Mexico—one of the most generous loan forgiveness programs for medical professionals in the U.S.