Optometrist

Overview

Position Title: Optometrist – VA Compensation & Pension Examinations

Location: On-site | Springfield, Missouri (Medical Mile)

Position Type: Part-Time or Per Diem | Independent Medical Examiner

Position Overview

Vet Ex Pro  is seeking a licensed Optometrist to perform Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Compensation and Pension (C&P) eye examinations at our Springfield, Missouri clinic located on the Medical Mile. This role is strictly evaluative and does not involve treatment, prescribing, or ongoing patient care. Examinations are conducted to support VA disability determinations through objective medical assessment and documentation.

The Optometrist will perform comprehensive eye examinations in accordance with VA Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and established VA examination protocols. Duties include review of relevant medical records, completion of required clinical testing, and accurate documentation of findings addressing diagnosis, severity, and functional impact. When requested, the provider will complete VA-specific medical opinion sections. All reports must be completed in a timely and professional manner.

Visual acuity and refraction assessment.

Visual field testing.

Evaluation of ocular health including cataracts, glaucoma, retinal and optic nerve conditions.

Assessment of functional impairment affecting occupational and daily activities.

Completion of VA-required DBQs and medical opinions.

Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an accredited institution.

Active, unrestricted optometry license in Missouri.

Strong attention to detail and structured clinical documentation skills.

Experience with VA C&P examinations, disability evaluations, or DBQs is preferred but not required.

Vet Ex Pro  provides orientation and exam-specific training. Training time is paid. Administrative and scheduling support is provided to allow providers to focus solely on examinations and documentation.

All examinations are conducted on-site at Vet Ex Pro ’s Springfield clinic on the Medical Mile. Scheduling is flexible with predictable exam volume. Appointments are typically scheduled in 30-minute slots. No on-call responsibilities, no insurance billing, and no patient follow-up care.

This position does not involve medical treatment, prescribing corrective lenses or medications, or establishing provider-patient relationships. The Optometrist’s role is limited to objective examination and documentation for VA disability evaluation purposes. Compensation is not influenced by examination findings or outcomes.

Competitive per-exam compensation ranging from $125–$175 per exam
, depending on experience and exam complexity. Most examinations are completed within a 30-minute appointment slot
.

Predictable, focused clinical work without insurance or practice management burden.

Paid training and streamlined workflows.

Professional on-site clinical environment.

• Opportunity to support veterans through accurate, objective medical evaluations.

Email:
Eric Chavez at if you are interested or have a question.

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