What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometrist – VA Disability Evaluations position at Frontera Search Partners?
Optometrist – VA Disability Evaluations
Pay: $1,200.00 - $1,400.00 per day
Job Type: Part-Time | Contract
Location: Jackson, Mississippi
Setting: Provider MUST have an established clinic/office in Mississippi. No clinic space is provided.
Flexible Opportunity to Support Our Veterans
Frontera Search is actively recruiting a licensed Optometrist to perform disability eye examinations for U.S. Veterans. This position is ideal for providers who want to add consistent income while maintaining their existing practice.
This is not a traditional clinical position. There are no refractions, prescribing, treatment plans, follow-up visits, or ongoing patient management. The focus is strictly on conducting comprehensive disability evaluations and completing objective medical documentation.
Position Details
- Part-Time Contract
- Approximately 3 weekdays per week
- Provider performs exams in their own established Mississippi clinic
- Up to 5 Veteran evaluations each day
- Flexible weekday schedule
- Electronic documentation system provided
- Start date following credentialing
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive eye examinations for disability evaluations
- Assess ocular health and visual function
- Complete accurate electronic documentation
- Follow standardized VA examination and reporting guidelines
- Maintain professional communication with Veterans and clinic staff
- Ensure timely completion of required reports
Why Join This Program?
- $1,200–$1,400 per day
- Excellent work-life balance
- Low patient volume
- No evenings, weekends, or call
- No treatment responsibilities
- Flexible scheduling around your current practice
- Full credentialing assistance and ongoing recruiter support
Qualifications
Required
- Doctor of Optometry (OD)
- Active Mississippi Optometry license
- Established clinic or office in Mississippi available for Veteran examinations
Preferred
- Prior VA disability examination or IME experience
- EMR experience
About Frontera Search
Frontera Search Partners specializes in connecting healthcare professionals with federal and commercial healthcare opportunities across the country. Our experienced recruiting team provides transparent communication, dedicated credentialing support, and ongoing assistance throughout every assignment.
Apply Today
If you have an established office in Mississippi and are interested in a flexible, high-paying opportunity serving the Veteran community, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $1,200.00 - $1,400.00 per day
Application Question(s):
- Be aware, if you apply for this opening and are NOT an MD, an Optometrist or otherwise not qualified, you will be reported to Indeed. Are you Qualified for this opening?
- Do you have your own office (Within 50 miles of Jackson, MS) in which you can see patients?
License/Certification:
- Optometry License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,200 - $1,400