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Optometric Examiner - Veteran Disability Evaluations (OD / MD)
Pro Med Healthcare Services
Columbus, GA, US
Source: Pro Med Healthcare Services careers · View original posting
- Employment
- full time
Employer job description
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- 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.
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