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Optometrist

Giacare Inc·Biloxi, Mississippi

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 13 days ago
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About the role

Perform comprehensive optometric examinations and treat eye diseases for military personnel and their families. Evaluate and manage patients undergoing refractive surgeries such as PRK and LASIK.

GiaCare Inc. is accepting applications from experienced Optometrists for a future opportunity supporting the Warfighter Refractive Surgery and Ophthalmology Clinic at Keesler Medical Group, Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi.

This position is being recruited in anticipation of contract award. Qualified candidates will be considered for employment upon contract award.

About the opportunity

Join an elite military ophthalmology team providing comprehensive optometric care and refractive surgery support to active duty service members, military retirees, and their families. This position supports the Warfighter Refractive Surgery Center by evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients while assisting with the screening and management of PRK, LASIK, and other refractive surgery candidates.

SCHEDULE • Full-Time • Monday-Friday • Flexible schedule between 6

  • 00
  • AM and 6:00 PM
  • 9-hour workday including a 1-hour unpaid lunch
  • Up to 80 hours per two-week pay period
  • No on-call
  • Federal holidays observed

Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive optometric examinations
  • Diagnose and treat diseases and conditions of the eye
  • Evaluate patients for refractive surgery, including PRK and LASIK
  • Manage postoperative refractive surgery patients
  • Prescribe corrective lenses and contact lenses
  • Utilize advanced ophthalmic diagnostic equipment
  • Coordinate referrals in accordance with military treatment facility policies
  • Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record
  • Participate in patient education and staff training
  • Support acute ophthalmology patients as clinic workload requires

Minimum Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizen
  • Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited School of Optometry
  • Current, unrestricted Mississippi license to practice Optometry
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Current Board Certification through the American Board of Optometry
  • Active DEA registration
  • Either:
  • Minimum 48 months of general Optometry experience within the past 60 months, OR
  • Minimum 24 months of refractive Optometry experience within the past 48 months

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in refractive surgery (PRK/LASIK)
  • Strong clinical and patient education skills
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary ophthalmology clinics

Why giacare?

GiaCare is dedicated to supporting our nation's military by connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with military treatment facilities throughout the United States. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality patient care while providing meaningful career opportunities for healthcare professionals.

This position is being recruited in anticipation of contract award. Employment is contingent upon contract award and successful completion of all pre-employment requirements.

Requirements

Requires a Doctor of Optometry degree, Mississippi licensure, Board Certification, and BLS certification. Candidates must have either 48 months of general optometry experience or 24 months of refractive optometry experience.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Patient Education
  • Clinical Diagnosis
  • Postoperative Management
  • LASIK
  • PRK
  • Optometric Examinations
  • Corrective Lens Prescription
  • Refractive Surgery Evaluation
  • Ophthalmic Diagnostic Equipment

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Biloxi, Mississippi
Posted
Jul 15, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Giacare Inc

GiaCare, Inc. was founded with a vision to provide the best in class healthcare professionals to support the Department of Defense. In December of 2010, GiaCare was awarded an (8a) certification by the Small Business Administration (SBA). Over the years, GiaCare has garnered...

Salary listed on 5 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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Optometrist demand in Mississippi

Mississippi optometrist roles are typically driven by ongoing demand for routine eye care, vision correction, and management of common ocular conditions in both clinic and retail settings. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for licensed candidates with board certification, current BLS, and either broad general optometry experience or focused refractive experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, and confirm your experience history and Mississippi licensure details before applying.

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