Ophthalmology, Ophthalmologist Physician

Optometrist / Ophthalmologist Part-Time (1 3 Days/Week)

Private Practice Setting Tucson, Arizona

Flexible Schedule No Treatment No Prescribing Veterans Disability Exams

A well-established private practice in Tucson, AZ is seeking an

Optometrist (OD)

or

Ophthalmologist (MD/DO)

to perform

non-treatment disability examinations

for U.S. Veterans. This is an excellent opportunity to add supplemental income with a predictable schedule and no follow-up care, prescribing, or long-term patient management.

This role can accommodate

1 3 days per week

(8-hour clinic days) and is performed

on-site within your existing practice .

Position Overview

You will conduct one-time Compensation & Pension (C&P) examinations for Veterans. These are structured, evaluation-only assessments. You will

not

diagnose new conditions, prescribe medication, or provide treatment.

All documentation is submitted electronically to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for disability rating decisions. You do

not

make disability determinations.

Key Responsibilities

Review medical history, service records, prior exam reports, and VA documentation.

Conduct structured, one-time disability assessments based on VA Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs).

Enter exam findings directly into a web-based EMR in real time.

Explain the exam process and confirm claimed conditions with the Veteran.

Complete and submit documentation within

hours .

Administer and interpret visual field testing when applicable.

Provide Medical Opinions (MO) when required, including rebuttal of prior findings when supported by evidence.

Ensure professional, compassionate interaction with Veterans including those accompanied by service animals.

Qualifications

Required:

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

or

Ophthalmologist (MD/DO) with an active Arizona license.

Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze medical records.

Professionalism, compassion, and excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Proficiency with EMR systems and basic computer applications (Microsoft Office Suite).

Ability to work independently and manage deadlines efficiently.

Preferred:

Prior experience in a clinical setting

Previous VA or C&P evaluation experience (training will be provided)

Ideal Candidate Traits

Detail-oriented and highly organized

Comfortable working autonomously

Strong time-management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines

Professional, empathetic, and committed to Veteran care

Tech-savvy and comfortable with digital documentation

Compensation Structure

This is a

contracted per-exam model , not hourly employment.

If you perform ONLY DBQ Eye Exams (most common)

16 exams/day $175 = $2,800/day

If you average 12 exams/day (more realistic)

12 exams/day $175 = $2,100/day

DBQ Optometry exams typically take 30 minutes to perform and complete.