Physician / Ophthalmology / Maine / Permanent / Ophthalmologist invited to join

Augusta, Maine: We invite a sharp Ophthalmologist to join an established comprehensive ophthalmology practice in Maine's dynamic capital city, just one hour from Portland. This private practice is affiliated with Maines third largest healthcare system Maines newest hospital a 192-bed regional medical center.You will be employed by this busy practice, and enjoy working in a comfortable, state-of-the-art environment. The relocation of a specialist created an opening for you! Join a pair of experienced Ophthalmologists and three Optometrists serving nearly over 60,000 area residents around the scenic Kennebec Valley. A partnership opportunity is potentially available!This general practice provides treatment for cataracts, diabetes, retinal occlusions, macular degeneration, glaucoma, and more. If you have an area of subspecialty interest, you will be supported in developing that practice.You will find all the tools you need on-site for patient evaluation, diagnosis and treatment, including argon and YAG lasers, Octopus visual field, Cirrus HD-OCT, LenStar, B- and A-scans, digital photography, and a Tear Lab. The office houses 13 lanes, an optical dispensary, and a minor surgery suite. The most complex surgeries take place in the nearby hospital. The practice has integrated electronic health records and a friendly, experienced and certified staff!Enjoy a convenient weekday schedule and light call shared with your practice associates, and with other area practices.We are offering:Desirable, welcoming riverside community 1 hour from PortlandSecure employment with established comprehensive practice Affiliation with state-of-the-art 192 bed medical centerTop notch facilities for procedures on-site Excellent, experienced specialists and support staffInteresting practice, wide variety of casesOpportunity to develop subspecialty interestsCompetitive salary with bonus potential and profit sharing!Convenient weekday schedule with light shared callPaid holidays and paid leave for optimal work/life balanceLiability, Health and Disability Insurance providedParticipation in retirement planPartnership potential available here!Augusta is many things at once: Maine's historic capital city, a growing college town, and a family-friendly community with welcoming neighborhoods and excellent schools, all situated in scenic south-central Maine. Entrepreneurs start, grow, and maintain a variety of businesses here. Students learn in first-rate schools, libraries, historic and cultural facilities. Augustas impressive and growing shopping district offers dozens of unique shops, numerous name-brand stores and restaurants, and entertainment venues too, such as the Civic Center that hosts everything from rock concerts to the circus!Augusta spans both sides of the scenic Kennebec River a well-used waterway for early explorers, and later for loggers and today, mostly used for recreation. Kayaking, whitewater rafting, fishing and hunting, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and more are enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Take advantage of local hiking and biking trails, award-winning golf courses, and easily accessible ski resorts.This area is marked by picturesque lakes and rivers where bald eagles are regularly spotted. Waterfront homes are available within the city limits, and in the popular Lakes region adjacent to the city. Take your pick of many welcoming neighborhoods, and small towns adjacent to Augusta. Whether you prefer in-town living, a golf-side condo, or several acres to call your own, youll have choices here!Augusta is just an hour from Portland - one of the most desirable cities in New England, with a very active social scene that includes the popular Old Port district of eateries and nightclubs, and literally hundreds more restaurants serving the finest seafood, and international fare from two dozen regions. Additional amenities include the convenient international Jetport, several exciting semipro sports teams, scenic harborside dining, numerous galleries and museums, live theater, an acclaimed symphony orchestra, and much more. Boston is three hours from Augusta.Contact us today to explore this exciting new opportunity!