What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cornea- Cavanaugh (Kansas City, MO) position at EyeCare Partners?
EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com.
Cavanaugh Eye Center, founded by nationally respected ophthalmologist Timothy Cavanaugh, MD, is seeking a fellowship-trained Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgeon to join our premier practice in Overland Park, an affluent and rapidly growing suburb within the Kansas City metro area.
With more than 25 years of success, the practice is known for exceptional surgical outcomes, advanced technology, and highly personalized patient care. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-volume, well-established practice with a loyal patient base and strong referral network.
About the Practice
-Highly respected single-surgeon, single-optometrist “high-tech boutique” model
-Partnership with a leading nationwide integrated eye care organization
-Robust referral network of optometrists and primary care providers
-Strong reputation across the region for clinical and surgical excellence
-Modern facility equipped with advanced diagnostics and technology
State-of-the-Art Facilities
-Custom-designed, in-house LASIK suite
-The only one of its kind in the Kansas City area, purpose-built to optimize refractive outcomes
-Nearby 2-OR Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
-Efficient, high-quality surgical environment focused on safety and patient experience
-Partnership track / ownership opportunity available
Opportunity Highlights
-Immediate access to strong surgical and clinical volume
-Focus on cornea, cataract, and refractive procedures
-Direct mentorship from Dr. Cavanaugh with a pathway to leadership
-Excellent work-life balance in a family-friendly, affluent community
-Long-term growth through partnership and ownership
Ideal Candidate
-Fellowship-trained Cornea Specialist with cataract and refractive experience or interest
-Strong commitment to clinical and surgical excellence
-Passion for innovation and patient-centered care
-Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in practice growth
Why Overland Park, Kansas
Regularly ranked among the best places to live in the U.S., Overland Park offers an exceptional quality of life:
-Top-rated schools and safe, family-friendly neighborhoods
-Affordable cost of living with access to metropolitan amenities
-Thriving local economy and strong healthcare infrastructure
-Affluent population supporting premium IOL and refractive demand
-Close proximity to Kansas City for world-class dining, sports, and entertainment
Take the Next Step in Your Career
This is more than a position—it’s an opportunity to build on a legacy of excellence while shaping the future of a premier cornea and refractive practice.
Contact Carissa Vitry
Senior Physician Recruiter
CarissaVitry@eyecare-partners.com
321.501.2590 (call or text)