Ophthalmologist - VA Disability Exams - Honolulu, Hawaii
TL;DR
Overview
This Veteran Exam Optometrist assignment in Honolulu, HI is a contract role dedicated to vision evaluations for U.S. Veterans. Frontera is managing the search.
It suits licensed optometrists. The work involves reviewing service treatment records, completing the standardized Disability Benefits Questionnaires, and documenting findings in a web-based platform.
There is no refraction for corrective lenses, no treatment, and no prescribing. Clinic days are scheduled in advance (1 day per week), which makes the assignment workable alongside an existing practice.
Position Details
- Location: Within 50 miles of Honolulu, HI
- Facility type: Outpatient clinic
- Schedule: 1 day per week
- Employment type: Contract
- Work setting: In person, evaluation only
- Patient population: U.S. Veterans undergoing disability evaluations
- Documentation: Web-based examination platform
- Compensation: $1500-1600 per day
- Licensure: Active, unrestricted HI license required
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive vision and visual field examinations
- Review service treatment records before each evaluation
- Assess visual acuity and eye conditions in relation to service history
- Complete the relevant Disability Benefits Questionnaires
- Provide opinions when requested and supported by the evidence
- Document findings in the web-based examination platform
- Submit completed examinations within required timelines
- Maintain professional, respectful interactions with every Veteran
Qualifications
Required
- MD/DO residency trained Ophthalmologist
- Board certification
- Active, unrestricted license (any state)
- Ability to complete independent evaluations and documentation within required timelines
Preferred
- Prior VA or Compensation and Pension (C&P) examination experience
- Previous experience performing vision evaluations
Why Providers Enjoy This Role
- Evaluation-only scope with no treatment or prescribing
- No ongoing patient management or follow-up care
- Standardized forms and clear submission deadlines
- Work that applies your training directly to Veterans’ disability claims
- A predictable number of clinic days rather than an open-ended commitment
What to Expect Working With Frontera
Frontera is a boutique healthcare staffing agency. You will work directly with a recruiter who knows this assignment, provides timely updates, and supports you through credentialing and onboarding.
We communicate what we know, answer questions directly, and follow up consistently. You will know where things stand at every stage.
Application Process
- Submit your application online
- If your background aligns with the opportunity, a recruiter will contact you for an initial screening
- Your profile is presented directly to the facility
- You interview with the hiring team
- Credentialing begins upon mutual agreement
- Your start date is confirmed once credentialing and required clearances are complete
Heading
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique. Duis cursus, mi quis viverra ornare, eros dolor interdum nulla, ut commodo diam libero vitae erat. Aenean faucibus nibh et justo cursus id rutrum lorem imperdiet. Nunc ut sem vitae risus tristique posuere.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique. Duis cursus, mi quis viverra ornare, eros dolor interdum nulla, ut commodo diam libero vitae erat. Aenean faucibus nibh et justo cursus id rutrum lorem imperdiet. Nunc ut sem vitae risus tristique posuere.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique. Duis cursus, mi quis viverra ornare, eros dolor interdum nulla, ut commodo diam libero vitae erat. Aenean faucibus nibh et justo cursus id rutrum lorem imperdiet. Nunc ut sem vitae risus tristique posuere.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique. Duis cursus, mi quis viverra ornare, eros dolor interdum nulla, ut commodo diam libero vitae erat. Aenean faucibus nibh et justo cursus id rutrum lorem imperdiet. Nunc ut sem vitae risus tristique posuere.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique. Duis cursus, mi quis viverra ornare, eros dolor interdum nulla, ut commodo diam libero vitae erat. Aenean faucibus nibh et justo cursus id rutrum lorem imperdiet. Nunc ut sem vitae risus tristique posuere.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique. Duis cursus, mi quis viverra ornare, eros dolor interdum nulla, ut commodo diam libero vitae erat. Aenean faucibus nibh et justo cursus id rutrum lorem imperdiet. Nunc ut sem vitae risus tristique posuere.