Ophthalmologist (Traverse City)

Grand Traverse Ophthalmology Clinic | Traverse City, Michigan

Join an established, physician-owned practice where clinical excellence and partnership opportunity converge in one of Michigan's most desirable communities.

Grand Traverse Ophthalmology Clinic (GTOC), an independent practice serving Northern Michigan for nearly 90 years, seeks a skilled and compassionate Board Certified or Board Eligible Ophthalmologist to join our expanding team. While we welcome applications from accomplished general ophthalmologists, we have immediate opportunities for candidates with fellowship training or demonstrated expertise in Cornea or Oculoplastics .

Our comprehensive referral network of optometrists, primary care physicians, and urgent care centers across the region ensures robust patient volume from day one. A retiring cornea and oculoplastic specialist within our group creates an opportunity for immediate full clinic integration.

Candidate Profile

We seek a physician who demonstrates :

• Clinical Excellence : Commitment to outstanding surgical and medical outcomes with evidence-based practice
• Patient-Centered Care : Empathetic approach with strong communication skills and dedication to patient well-being
• Collaborative Leadership : Effective teamwork and professional communication with colleagues and staff
• Quality Focus : Adherence to the highest standards of ophthalmic care and continuous improvement

Practice Overview

Grand Traverse Ophthalmology Clinic maintains its independence as a physician-owned practice, free from private equity ownership. This autonomy allows us to prioritize patient care, physician lifestyle, and clinical excellence without external pressures.

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Partnership Opportunity

Our practice culture strongly supports long-term physician partnerships. After 1-2 years of dedicated service, qualified physicians are eligible for partnership consideration with no blue sky buy-in requirement . Partnership opportunities include equity participation in :

This structure fosters genuine ownership and shared prosperity among our physician partners.

Location & Lifestyle

Traverse City offers exceptional quality of life on the shores of Grand Traverse Bay. The region provides :

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Compensation & Benefits

Base Compensation : Competitive base salary of $300,000 with comprehensive performance-based bonus structure

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Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to submit :

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We welcome the opportunity to discuss how your skills and career goals align with our practice mission and community values.

Grand Traverse Ophthalmology Clinic is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.