Ophthalmologist / Glaucoma Specialist Physician

ansiblegovernmentsolutions; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC is seeking an Ophthalmologist/Glaucoma Specialist to provide onsite care at the Columbia VA Health Care System in Columbia, SC. Responsibilities include clinical evaluations, surgical care, follow-ups, on-site clinic/OR duties, and after-hours coverage; the role supports veterans within a SDVOSB team and offers generous compensation.

Requirements include Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology, an unrestricted U.S.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology (ABO).
• Active, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the United States.
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency.
• Fellowship completion if performing subspecialty care (e.g., Glaucoma).
• NPI report printout
• Active DEA license.
• Must be able to pass a federal background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Ophthalmology and Glaucoma care to VA patients.
• Perform clinical evaluations, surgical care, consults, and follow-ups.
• Maintain presence in clinic/OR at scheduled start times.
• Complete QM/PI documentation and report patient safety incidents within 24 hours.
• Provide after-hours phone consultation and on-site coverage as required.

Education

Ophthalmology residency (ACGME)

Fellowship in glaucoma subspecialty

Board Certification in Ophthalmology (ABO)

Job description

Overview

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting an Ophthalmologist/Glaucoma Specialist to provide onsite services to eligible beneficiaries of the Columbia VA Health Care System located at 6439 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, SC 29209. Shift scheduling is generally Mon-Fri, 0800-1630 with call 1 week per month. Full-time and Locum Tenens positions with generous compensation packages are available.

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Ophthalmology and Glaucoma care to VA patients
• Perform clinical evaluations, surgical care, consults, and follow‑ups
• Conduct bedside consults for non‑ambulatory patients
• Manage walk‑ins and scheduled appointments
• Complete procedures within 30 days of consult date
• Provide discharge education and follow‑up instructions
• Communicate test results per VHA Directive 1088
• Follow all VA medication policies (no sample meds)
• Perform full range of clinical Ophthalmology and oculoplastic procedures
• Maintain presence in clinic/OR at the scheduled start time
• Participate in quality improvement meetings
• Attend staff meetings (monthly, ~30 minutes)
• Complete QM/PI documentation (procedures, complications, outcomes)
• Report patient safety incidents within 24 hours
• Ensure complete and timely documentation in the EHR
• Provide after‑hours phone consultation
• Provide on‑site coverage as required

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology (ABO)
• Active, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS
• Completion of an ACGME‑accredited Ophthalmology residency
• Fellowship completion if performing subspecialty care (e.g., Glaucoma)
• NPI report printout
• Active DEA license
• Must be able to pass a federal background investigation

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
• Lift up to 20 lbs
• Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
• Push/pull with 30 lbs of force

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.