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Cornea Specialist- Columbus, OH

EyeCare Partners Doctors·Columbus, Ohio

Full Time·On Site·5-10 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

The Cornea Specialist will perform a broad range of corneal and anterior segment surgeries, including transplants and refractive procedures. They will manage an established patient base while collaborating with a multi-specialty team of ophthalmologists and optometrists.

Cornea & External Disease Surgeon (BE/BC) – Columbus, Ohio

About the opportunity

Columbus Ophthalmology Associates (COA), a leading provider of eye care in Central Ohio for over 40 years, is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified, Fellowship-Trained Cornea & External Disease Surgeon to join its growing, multi-specialty ophthalmology team.

This is a high-demand opportunity to step into a well-established cornea practice with a 40-year legacy, offering immediate surgical volume and a robust referral network. The incoming surgeon will split time between Dublin and East locations, with access to an on-site ASC at the East office.

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  • WHY COA
  • Established, community-focused practice with a strong regional reputation
  • Physician-led, collaborative care model across all ophthalmic specialties
  • Integrated with EyeCare Partners, providing scale, stability, and resources
  • State-of-the-art clinics and dedicated ophthalmic surgery center
  • Personalized, patient-first approach with customized treatment planning

COA has built its reputation on delivering high-quality, individualized care using advanced technology, treating everything from routine vision needs to complex ocular disease.

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  • Position highlights
  • Immediate access to high surgical volume
  • Broad and diverse case mix, including:
  • Corneal transplants (DMEK, DSAEK, PKP)
  • Keratoconus management & corneal cross-linking
  • Complex anterior segment & cataract surgery
  • Established base of keratoconus and cornea transplant patients
  • Strong co-management network driving consistent referrals
  • Opportunity to build and expand a subspecialty niche within a comprehensive practice

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  • Academic & training involvement
  • Active participation in COA’s Optometry (OD) Residency Program, including:
  • Interviewing and selection of OD residents
  • Clinical training, mentorship, and education
  • Collaborative care model where OD residents assist with:
  • Cataract consultations
  • Specialty contact lens fittings

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  • Practice environment
  • Multi-location presence across Central Ohio
  • Split schedule between Dublin and East offices
  • On-site ASC at East location
  • Team of highly trained ophthalmologists and optometrists across subspecialties
  • Advanced diagnostic and surgical technology
  • Efficient clinic and ASC workflows with strong administrative support

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  • Compensation & benefits
  • Competitive base salary + productivity incentives
  • Sign-on bonus & relocation assistance
  • Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
  • CME allowance
  • Malpractice coverage & licensure support

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Qualifications

  • MD/DO with completion of Ophthalmology residency
  • Fellowship training in Cornea & External Disease
  • Board Eligible or Board Certified
  • Strong clinical and surgical capabilities
  • Commitment to delivering personalized, patient-centered care
  • Interest in education and resident mentorship

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About columbus, ohio

Columbus offers a thriving, fast-growing metro, affordable cost of living, top-rated suburbs, and a strong healthcare ecosystem. It combines big-city amenities with a highly livable, family-friendly environment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and have completed an ophthalmology residency and a fellowship in Cornea and External Disease. Applicants must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Ophthalmology.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Ophthalmology
  • Patient care
  • LASIK
  • PRK
  • DSAEK
  • DMEK
  • Clinical diagnostics
  • Cataract surgery
  • Refractive surgery
  • Corneal surgery
  • Anterior segment surgery
  • PKP
  • Keratoconus management
  • Cross-linking

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401k
  • Medical insurance
  • Relocation assistance
  • CME allowance
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Licensure support

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
5-10 yrs
Location
Columbus, Ohio
Posted
May 11, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

EyeCare Partners Doctors

EyeCare Partners Doctors is hiring in Columbus, Ohio. It operates in hospitals and health care. Team size: 2-10 employees. Headquarters: Winnsboro, Texas. This opening is listed as full_time.

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
Size2-10 employees
HQWinnsboro, Texas
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