Optometric Examiner - Veteran Disability Evaluations (OD / MD)

About this role

Optometric Examiner

Location: Columbus, GA

Schedule : Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

Review medical history documentation and conduct one-time, non-treatment compensation and pension evaluations for U.S. Veterans. You will document findings electronically via a web portal to assist the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in disability award determinations. This is a non-treating, non-prescribing, in-person assessment role.

Key Responsibilities

• Review order requests, military service records, prior exams, and medical history.
• Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and Medical Opinions (MOs) through an EMR system during exams.
• Explain the evaluation process and confirm claimed conditions with each Veteran.
• Administer and interpret visual field testing as required.
• Finalize and submit completed chart documentation within 24–48 hours post-exam.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted license as a Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) or Doctor of Ophthalmology (M.D.).
• Proficiency with EMR platforms, web portals, and standard computer applications.
• Strong clinical communication, critical thinking, and time management skills.
• Commitment to providing professional, compassionate service to Veterans.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior clinical practice experience.
• Previous experience performing VA disability or Compensation & Pension (C&P) evaluations.