Glaucoma Specialist Physician

Opportunity Highlights

• Access UT institutional support for clinical practice and academic growth
• Work with a strong infrastructure at the prominent Cizik Eye Center, known for its excellent reputation and resources
• Join UT Health as an innovative physician interested in program‑building opportunities
• Practice in a rapidly growing department with increasing patient demand over the past four years
• Walk into an existing panel of patients and be busy from day one
• Utilize in‑house imaging capabilities in a newly renovated facility
• Teach 16 residents annually, with typically 2‑3 residents present in the clinic daily
• Tailor your clinic, surgical, and academic mix based on your interests
• Receive premiums covered by the program as part of your benefits package
• Collaborate with a collegial team committed to clinical excellence, research, and teaching
• See patients at Lyndon B. Johnson (LBJ) Hospital community location, depending on scope of work

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) Ophthalmologist
• Specialized expertise in glaucoma management
• Ability and interest in teaching residents (approximately 16 residents per year)
• Commitment to academic growth and participation in research and clinical excellence initiatives
• Readiness to start as soon as possible

Community Highlights

• Greater Houston is the fourth‑largest city in the United States, offering world‑class dining, arts, shopping, and nightlife
• Abundant outdoor recreation, Gulf Coast beaches, and water activities
• No state income tax in Texas
• Recognized as a “Best Place to Live and Retire” by U.S. News and ranked highly for livability, amenities, commute, cost of living, housing, and health & safety
• Excellent schools and family‑friendly neighborhoods
• Home to professional sports teams and a diverse culinary scene
• Named a “Best State to Practice” in 2025 by Medscape

Benefits

• Premiums covered by the program
• Institutional support for clinical practice and academic advancement
• Access to in‑house imaging and a renovated clinical facility
• Opportunities for program building and leadership within a growing department
• Collaborative, collegial environment focused on research, teaching, and clinical excellence

Pay

$286,380 – $390,000 per year