Optometrist – Federal Correctional Facility Optometrist – Federal Correctional Facility | Contract | Pollock, LA DT-Trak Consulting, Inc. Pollock, LA (Grant Parish) | Contract / 1099 | $80–$86 per session (~$155,000–$165,000/year)
About the Opportunity:
DT-Trak Consulting, Inc. is seeking a licensed Doctor of Optometry (OD) to provide contracted optometry services at a Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) facility — the Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Pollock, located in Pollock, Louisiana. This is a long-term federal contract position with a base year and up to four option years, offering exceptional income stability and a consistent, predictable schedule. Services are compensated on a per-session (hourly) basis, with a guaranteed maximum of 1,920 sessions annually. This role is ideal for an optometrist seeking high earning potential, a structured work environment, and the unique professional experience of serving a federal healthcare population.
Compensation:
$80.00–$86.00 per session (1 session = 1 hour) Estimated annual earnings: $153,600–$165,120 based on full schedule (1,920 sessions/year) Paid monthly via invoice 1099 independent contractor — operate through your own LLC or professional corporation Orientation sessions reimbursed at the standard session rate
Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM 8 sessions per day (30-minute unpaid lunch) Maximum 40 sessions per week Federal holidays excluded Monthly schedule set by mutual agreement with facility COR
Duties & Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive eye examinations (minimum 15–20 per day) Diagnose and treat ocular conditions Perform tonometry examinations Remove foreign objects from the eye Prescribe, fit, and adjust corrective lenses and frames Document all patient encounters in BOP's Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system Provide written reports including diagnosis, physical findings, treatment recommendations, and follow-up care Maintain open communication with the Clinical Director, Health Services Administrator (HSA), and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) Comply with Bureau of Prisons Health Services Manual and all local institutional policies
Work Environment:
Services performed in the Health Services Department at FCC Pollock All supplies and equipment furnished by the institution Frequent, unsupervised contact with the incarcerated population Professional correctional environment — business attire or black/blue scrubs required Contractor is not responsible for inmate management, supervision of BOP staff, or security functions
Requirements:
Licensure & Credentials Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution Active, unrestricted optometry license (Louisiana licensure required or ability to obtain prior to start) Current malpractice/medical indemnification insurance BLS certification (or ability to obtain) Security & Background U.S. citizenship required (DOJ/BOP facility requirement) Must have resided in the U.S. for 3 of the past 5 years Must successfully complete BOP security clearance process: o National Crime Information Center (NCIC) check o FBI fingerprint check (FD-258) o Declaration of Federal Employment (OF-306) o Credit check — favorable credit report required (pre-screening recommended before applying) o Urinalysis (if applicable) o Law enforcement agency checks Professional Minimum 1–2 years of clinical optometry experience preferred Proficiency with electronic medical records Strong communication skills and professional demeanor in a structured institutional setting Ability to work independently without direct supervision About DT-Trak Consulting, Inc.:DT-Trak Consulting, Inc. is a Native American-owned, SBA 8(a)-certified federal healthcare staffing firm with a GSA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS 621I) contract. We specialize in placing qualified healthcare professionals with federal agencies including the Indian Health Service (IHS), Bureau of Prisons (BOP), and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Our team provides dedicated support through the credentialing, onboarding, and contract performance process.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit: 1. Current CV/resume 2. Copy of OD license (all active state licenses) 3. Copy of malpractice insurance certificate 4. Contact information for professional references Apply directly through Indeed or email your materials to DT-Trak Consulting.
