PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Position Description: Physician Assistant – Retina / Intravitreal Injection Specialist

Rocky Mountain Retina Consultants

Salt Lake City, Utah

Rocky Mountain Retina Consultants is seeking an experienced and motivated Physician Assistant to join our growing retina practice, with a primary focus on the evaluation and treatment of patients receiving intravitreal biologic therapies.

This is an excellent opportunity for a PA interested in developing specialized expertise in medical retina and intravitreal injection therapy while working alongside experienced vitreoretinal specialists.

THE ROLE

The Physician Assistant will play an important role in the management of patients receiving ongoing treatment for retinal diseases, including wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic macular edema (DME), retinal vein occlusions, and other conditions treated with intravitreal biologic medications.

A significant component of this position will be the performance of intravitreal injections under established practice protocols and physician supervision/collaboration, as applicable.

Responsibilities will include:
Evaluating patients prior to intravitreal treatment

Obtaining and documenting relevant medical and ocular history

Reviewing visual acuity, intraocular pressure, OCT imaging, and other diagnostic testing

Assessing treatment response and disease activity in collaboration with the retina physician

Performing intravitreal injections of FDA-approved biologic/anti-VEGF therapies within the PA's authorized scope of practice

Providing patient education regarding biologic therapy, treatment expectations, risks, benefits, and potential complications

Monitoring patients for treatment response and adverse events

Identifying urgent findings and coordinating physician evaluation when necessary

Following established injection protocols and sterile technique

Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation

Communicating treatment plans and follow-up recommendations to patients and referring providers

Helping manage the large volume of patients requiring ongoing retinal treatment

Working closely with retina physicians, ophthalmic technicians, and clinical staff to maintain an efficient clinic flow

A SPECIALIZED OPPORTUNITY IN RETINA

Retina patients frequently require serial intravitreal treatments over months or years. This position provides the opportunity to become highly skilled in the clinical management of these patients and the administration of intravitreal therapies.

The ideal candidate will enjoy developing expertise in:
Medical Retina • OCT Interpretation • Anti-VEGF Therapy • Intravitreal Injections • AMD • Diabetic Retinopathy • Diabetic Macular Edema • Retinal Vein Occlusions

You will work closely with our retina specialists while developing a specialized skill set in one of the fastest-growing areas of ophthalmology.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Current Physician Assistant license and NCCPA certification

Eligible for licensure and practice in Utah

Strong clinical assessment skills

Excellent attention to detail

Comfortable working in a high-volume specialty practice

Excellent patient communication skills

Interest in developing expertise in medical retina

Previous ophthalmology or retina experience strongly preferred

Prior experience performing intravitreal injections is highly desirable

Willingness to follow standardized clinical and injection protocols

We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience with intravitreal injections, ophthalmology, optometry, emergency medicine, or another clinical setting involving minor procedures and high-volume patient care.

WHY ROCKY MOUNTAIN RETINA CONSULTANTS?

Join a busy, established retina practice where you will work directly with experienced vitreoretinal specialists and become an important part of the patient's treatment team.

We offer:
Specialized training in medical retina

Significant exposure to intravitreal biologic therapy

Opportunity to perform intravitreal injections

Collaborative relationship with experienced retina physicians

Modern retinal imaging and diagnostic technology

A fast-paced but team-oriented clinical environment

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Professional growth and advancement opportunities

JOIN OUR TEAM

If you are a Physician Assistant who enjoys procedures, patient interaction, and developing expertise in a highly specialized field, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding career in retina.

Rocky Mountain Retina Consultants is looking for someone who wants to become an integral part of our clinical team and play a meaningful role in delivering sight-saving treatments to our patients.

EMAIL CV TO: [email protected]