Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Ophthalmology en Thurmond Eye Associates

Description

Thurmond Eye Associates is seeking Nurse Practitioners (NPs) or Physician Assistants (PAs) to join their highly regarded team of ophthalmologists and optometrists in McAllen, TX.

For more than 60 years, Thurmond Eye Associates has been the premier provider of ophthalmic and optical services in the Rio Grande Valley. This is an outstanding opportunity to step into an established practice and support a busy, diverse patient population in collaboration with our physicians.

Practice Highlights:

• 7 Board-Certified Ophthalmologists, including 2 Retina subspecialists
   
• 5 Optometrists
   
• 7 clinic locations (each with Optical space)
   
• 1 full-service grinding lab
   
• 1 state-of-the-art ASC – Raider Surgical Center, opened in 2017
   

NP/PA Role & Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with ophthalmologists to provide medical eye care, including management of glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, dry eye, and other ocular conditions.
   
• Conduct patient evaluations, histories, and follow-ups, including pre- and post-operative visits.
   
• Triage urgent eye care needs and coordinate referrals as appropriate.
   
• Support continuity of care for patients with chronic conditions in collaboration with the physician team.
   

Full-Time Benefits Summary:

• Competitive Base Salary + Productivity Incentives
   
• Healthcare Benefits, 401k
   
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, CME, Holidays)
   
• CME Reimbursement + Paid Membership Dues
   
• Employer-Paid: Texas License, DEA, Malpractice, Credentialing
   
• Relocation Reimbursement
   

Why McAllen, TX?

• Ranked #3 Safest City in the Nation (SmartAsset.com)
   
• Mild winters, tropical breezes, and a low cost of living
   
• Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top place to live and retire
   
• Vibrant metro with strong medical community, international trade, and cultural diversity
   

About Ascend Vision Partners:
Ascend Vision Partners (AVP) delivers custom business solutions for eye care professionals, allowing Ophthalmologists and Optometrists to focus entirely on patient care. Building on a clinical tradition spanning over 62 years, AVP’s partners serve over 250,000 patients annually across the southeastern U.S. With clinical autonomy, best-in-class technology, and support from our Clinical Governance Board of renowned Ophthalmologists, our providers practice at the highest standard of care without administrative burden.