Overview

The Northern Cheyenne Service Unit is seeking a licensed Optometrist for a 1-year assignment beginning as soon as credentialing is complete. This opportunity focuses on medical-based optometry, supporting access to essential eye care services in a community-centered clinical environment.

Flexible scheduling structures may be available, including full-time, part-time, or intermittent coverage depending on facility needs. Travel support may be considered with adjusted compensation structure.

Position Details

Location: Northern Cheyenne Service Unit, Montana
Assignment Length: 1 year
Start Date: As soon as credentialed
Schedule: Full-time, part-time, or intermittent options possible
Work Type: Permanent, term, or temporary appointment possibilities
Clinical Focus: Medical-based optometry

Scope of Work

Diagnosis and management of conditions including:

• Refractive errors (ammetropias)
• Ocular infections
• Ocular inflammatory and autoimmune conditions
• Dry eye disease
• Glaucoma
• Macular degeneration
• Diabetic eye disease
• Ocular trauma
• Binocular dysfunctions

Providers will utilize standard optometric diagnostic and treatment instruments in a clinical setting focused on patient continuity and quality outcomes.

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits available for W2 placements may include:

• Medical plan options
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Travel considerations available depending on candidate location

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

Education
Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from a program accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE).

Licensure

• Passing score on the National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO)
• Active, unrestricted license to practice optometry in any U.S. state, territory, or District of Columbia

Additional Qualification Pathways

Candidates must meet one of the following:

• Completion of a 1-year accredited optometry residency program
  OR
• Minimum of one year of professional optometrist experience equivalent to the GS-11 level

Qualifying experience includes medical optometry responsibilities such as diagnosing and managing ocular disease and operating optometric diagnostic equipment.

Applicants currently completing required education or licensure within 9 months may be considered tentatively qualified.

Experience may include paid or unpaid roles, including volunteer service through organizations such as AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or similar programs, provided duties and hours worked are clearly documented.

What to Expect Working With Frontera Search Partners

Frontera Search Partners prioritizes thoughtful provider alignment, efficient communication, and ongoing support throughout the placement process. Our team assists with credentialing coordination, onboarding logistics, and assignment continuity so clinicians can focus on delivering patient care.

Application Process

1. Apply online with CV
2. Recruiter review and initial conversation
3. Client submission
4. Interview process (if required)
5. Credentialing
6. Assignment start