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Government Ophthalmology Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Physician - Ophthalmology

Bemidji, MN · On-site

$400K - $518K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Bemidji is a center for retail, education, medicine and government with a cost of living 17% below the national average. Ophthalmology Core Privileges include the ability to perform history and ...

Physician - Ophthalmology

Bemidji, MN · On-site

$400K - $518K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Bemidji is a center for retail, education, medicine and government with a cost of living 17% below the national average. Ophthalmology Core Privileges include the ability to perform history and ...

$17 - $22.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ERP International is seeking a full time Ophthalmology Technician to support the Refractive Surgery ... in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information ...

$17 - $22.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information ... Perform ophthalmic studies including auto refraction, keratometry, tonometry, visual field testing ...

Ophthalmology Tech - Refractive Research

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information ... Experience: Minimum 3 years' experience in an Ophthalmology or similar department performing ...

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How much do government ophthalmology jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for government ophthalmology in the United States is $22.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of patients and cases are typically encountered in government ophthalmology?

In a government ophthalmology role, you can expect to serve a broad patient population, often including underserved communities, seniors, and individuals with limited access to private healthcare. The cases you encounter typically range from routine eye exams and refractive errors to more complex conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and eye trauma. Government settings often expose ophthalmologists to a higher volume of public health and preventative care initiatives, as well as opportunities to participate in community outreach or vision screening programs. Working in this sector means collaborating closely with primary care providers, nurses, and public health officials to ensure comprehensive patient care. This environment offers unique opportunities to make a positive impact on community eye health while gaining experience managing a wide variety of ocular diseases.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in government ophthalmology?

To thrive in Government Ophthalmology, a candidate needs a medical degree with specialization in ophthalmology, relevant licensure, and strong clinical diagnostic and surgical skills. Familiarity with government health record systems, public sector protocols, and standardized ophthalmic equipment is essential. Excellent communication, patient education, and teamwork skills help foster effective interactions with diverse populations and multidisciplinary teams. These abilities are crucial for delivering quality eye care in public health settings and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

What is a government ophthalmology?

A Government Ophthalmology job involves diagnosing, treating, and preventing eye diseases in patients within a government-run healthcare setting. Ophthalmologists in government hospitals or public health programs provide eye care services, conduct surgeries, and manage vision-related public health initiatives. These roles often come with job stability, structured working hours, and access to government resources for medical practice. Additionally, they may participate in community outreach programs to prevent blindness and improve eye health awareness.

More about Government Ophthalmology jobs
What states have the most Government Ophthalmology jobs? States with the most job openings for Government Ophthalmology jobs include:
Infographic showing various Government Ophthalmology job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,920 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

Physician - Ophthalmology in Illinois

VISTA Staffing Solutions

Urbana, IL

Other

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

Are you an Ophthalmologist, searching for your next perm position? This position with one of VISTA’s healthcare partners in Champaign, Illinois might just be the opportunity for you!
Opportunity Highlights

  • Join our established and growing Ophthalmology practice
  • We are looking for a BC/BE Comprehensive Ophthalmologist who is motivated to manage a variety of ophthalmic conditions and perform a high volume of cataract surgery. The ideal candidate is a motivated, personable, team-player who possesses strong medical and surgical skills
  • Join a collegial work environment with colleagues that will provide mentorship and support your continued professional development. Our current provider group consists of 5 Ophthalmologists, 5 Optometrists, 1 Low Vision specialist, 5 ABOC Opticians and a dedicated Eye EMR support team. Specialists include Vitreoretinal Surgery, Medical Retina, Cornea, Pediatric Ophthalmology, and Neuro-Ophthalmology
  • Busy, ready-made, full volume practice with a strong referral base
  • Flexible employment status; candidates interested in part-time or full-time positions welcome to apply
  • Two-year guaranteed base salary
  • Minimal call responsibilities (1:5) to support an excellent work/life balance
  •  Large optometric referral network
  • Affiliated with University of Illinois
  • Not-for-profit organization with public service loan forgiveness eligibility
  • Competitive salary with full and comprehensive benefits package
  • Global connected, innovative and culturally rich, Champaign-Urbana is centrally located to Chicago, Indianapolis and St. Louis and is home to one of the world's great public research universities - the big Ten University of Illinois. With ease of transportation, excellent schools and affordable housing options, our community features the friendliness and advantages of a smaller town while offering the dining, arts, sports, and entertainment options found in a much larger city. 


About VISTA Staffing
A ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client and Talent 10-Year Diamond Award winner, VISTA has 30 years of experience optimizing continuity of care for hospitals, medical practices and government agencies across the US. A leading provider of short-term US locum tenens and permanent physician search services, VISTA partners healthcare providers with facilities who need them most, providing an effective strategy for lessening the impact of the global provider shortage. Our VISTA team goes above and beyond to make healthcare providers feel valued in the job search process and are committed to elevating careers to new heights. For more information, visit https://www.vistastaff.com.