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Optometrist

Greenville, IL · On-site

Male offenders are housed inside the FCI and female offenders are housed at the Federal Prison Camp ... The optometrist must possess good organizational skills, good interpersonal relationship skills and ...

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Optometrist

Wasco, CA · On-site

$5.0K/wk

Details Client Name WSP - Wasco State Prison - Reception Center Job Type Local Offering Locums Profession Physician Specialty Optometrist Job ID 35050604 Job Title Optometrist Weekly Pay $5000.0 ...

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Optometrist

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

Optometrist ID: 2136 Location: .Federal Medical Center Fort Worth 3150 Horton Rd. Fort Worth, TX ... Utilize the Bureau of Prisons' Electronic Medical Record to document the eye exam * * Providing ...

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Optomerist

Camp, AR · On-site

... 4500 Prison Road Marion, Illinois 62959 Education and Experience The optometrist must have the ability to work with an inmate population from a variety of cultural, regional, racial and ethnic ...

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How much do prison optometrist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for prison optometrist in the United States is $124,213.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a prison optometrist?

To thrive as a Prison Optometrist, you need a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree, state licensure, and a solid knowledge of ocular diseases and vision correction. Familiarity with diagnostic tools like phoropters, slit lamps, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to remain calm in challenging environments help foster trust and effective communication with incarcerated patients. These competencies ensure safe, high-quality eye care delivery in a secure, often complex correctional facility setting.

What unique challenges might a prison optometrist face compared to working in a traditional clinic setting?

Prison Optometrists often encounter unique challenges such as limited resources, heightened security protocols, and a need to adapt their communication style for a diverse inmate population. The work environment requires flexibility and patience, as appointments may be interrupted or rescheduled due to facility operations. However, this role offers the rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on an underserved population’s eye health, while collaborating closely with medical and correctional staff in a highly structured setting.

What is a prison optometrist?

Prison optometrists are licensed eye care professionals who provide vision care and eye health services to incarcerated individuals within correctional facilities. Their responsibilities include conducting eye exams, diagnosing vision problems, prescribing corrective lenses, and detecting eye diseases. Working in a prison setting, they help ensure inmates have access to essential eye care, which can be critical for overall health and rehabilitation. Prison optometrists must follow strict security protocols and often work closely with medical and correctional staff.
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Infographic showing various Prison Optometrist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $124,213 per year, or $59.7 per hour.

Optometrist

Dymentum Health

Greenville, IL • On-site

Other

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Required Qualifications:

  • Shall be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a government security clearance
  •  basic requirements  :

  • Statement of Work-Optometry Services

    The provision of Optometry Services for the inmate population at the Federal Bureau of Prisons Federal Correctional Institution (FCI)

    Greenville, located in Greenville, Illinois. FCI Greenville houses both male and female inmates. Male offenders are housed inside the

    FCI and female offenders are housed at the Federal Prison Camp.

    Place of Performance

    Services will be performed in the Health Services Units of the FCI and the FPC, located at 100 US Hwy. 40 and 4th Street, Greenville,

    Illinois 62246.

    Period. A monthly schedule will be agreed upon after award by mutual agreement of all parties. This schedule is subject to change

    To meet the needs of the institution. The contractor will normally work between 7:30 am and 4:00 pm

    Sessions will require prior approval by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

    Education and Experience

    The Optometrist must have the ability to work with an inmate population from a variety of cultural, regional, racial and ethnic

    Backgrounds. Must have knowledge of routine office related duties including working knowledge of computers, word processing

    Programs and be able to type. The optometrist must possess good organizational skills, good interpersonal relationship skills and be

    Able to work effectively with the medical staff. The Optometrist must hold a diploma from an accredited program and must possess 2

    Years’ experience in Optometry.

    Additionally, the Optometrist shall also hold a current professional license that permits him/her to practice the professional specialty

    Of Optometry. The Optometrist cannot have had a negative employment termination within 36 months prior to initiating vouchering

    Process on them. The contractor shall ensure submitted prospective employee(s) meet the requirements of the vouchering process as

    Described in the Civilian Personnel Manual 3000.03. The Optometrist’s name, work experience and proof of qualifications must be

    Provided at the time the quote is submitted. The Optometrist must pass the security clearances listed in the BPA. The Optometrist

    Must provide proof that they meet all qualifications and provide verification of credentials, proof of malpractice insurance and medical

    Indemnification insurance in the amount specified in the BPA. Failure to submit this information may result in elimination from

    Consideration.

    Health Requirements

    The contractor shall ensure that the Optometrist is free of infectious diseases. Any individual performing as an Optometrist under this

    Contract who subsequently develops a medical condition which might reasonably be expected to place other workers, patients, or the

    Public at risk shall be immediately removed from activities requiring performance of invasive procedures and activities which might

    Reasonably be expected to place other workers, patients, or the public at risk. In any such case, the contractor shall be responsible, at

    No additional cost to the institution, for securing the services of any replacement personnel required for contract performance.

    Equipment and Supplies

    All necessary equipment and supplies needed to perform the services covered will be furnished by the Federal Government. If specific

    Supplies and/or equipment is necessary for the provision of required services, he/she shall forward the request to the Health Services

    Administrator (HSA).

    Description of Duties

    The contractor shall be responsible for the following tasks.

    Evaluation of patients as referred by the medical staff.

    Providing legible written reports on all patients evaluated, to include but not limited to:

    Eye exams as requested

    Diagnosis of eye conditions

    Removal of foreign objects from the eye

    Physical findings

    Tonometry exams

    Recommendations for treatment and follow-up care

    Prescribing corrective lenses/frames as appropriate

    Fitting of eye glasses and adjustment of frames

    Individualized adjustment of exam equipment as needed

    Contractor must complete a minimum of 20 and up to 25 scheduled exams per eight session day

    Utilize the Bureau of Prisons’ Electronic Medical Record to document the eye exam.

Professionals who take pride in their work and want to be appreciated for their efforts are encouraged to apply! In exchange for our staff members’ dedication and expertise, we are proud to offer a team environment and competitive compensation packages with an opportunity to establish rewarding careers. If you fit this description and would like to be considered for this position, please apply online by visiting https://tcmpcareers.applicantstack.com/x/openings. Feel free to e-mail us at hr@tdymentumhealth.com if you have any additional questions. We would love to hear from you!
If you do not find interest in this opportunity but know of someone who may, we kindly ask that you refer the individual to Dymentum Health by forwarding this job posting.
  Dymentum Health LLC is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business with its corporate office located in the Washington DC Metropolitan area. Dymentum Health provides worldwide support to the Department of Defense as well as Commercial clientele with staffing of qualified professionals in the fields of Information Security, Technology, Administrative and Health Care Services.
We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability or protected veteran status.

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