Join Our Ophthalmology Department
Join a rapidly growing academic ophthalmology department with UT institutional support and program-building opportunities in Houston, Texas.
The Ruiz Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, seeks a BC/BE Ophthalmologist to join its expanding team at the prominent Cizik Eye Center.
Opportunity Highlights:
- Access UT institutional support for clinical practice and academic growth
- Work with a strong infrastructure at the prominent Cizik Eye Center with an excellent reputation and resources
- Join UT Health as an innovative physician interested in program-building opportunities
- Practice due to increasing patient demand and rapid departmental growth over 4 years
- Walk into an existing panel of patients and be busy from day one
- Practice with in-house imaging capabilities in a 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 the scope of work
Community Highlights:
A leading cultural and culinary destination, Greater Houston is a vibrant region that thrives as the fourth-largest city in the United States. You'll find world-class dining, arts, shopping, and nightlife. Enjoy a wealth of outdoor recreation, numerous Gulf Coast beaches, a variety of water activities, and no state income taxes in Texas.
- Houston is a Best Place to Live and Retire in America (US News)
- Excellent Livability Score from Area Vibes, with A grades for Amenities, Commute, Cost of Living, Housing, and Health & Safety
- Beautiful homes in inviting neighborhoods + excellent schools — a wonderful place for families and individuals alike
- Home to professional sports teams and myriad restaurants with cuisine from numerous countries
- Texas was named a Best State to Practice in 2025 by Medscape