Locum Tenens Physician - Ophthalmology Needed in MO

  • ID: 213412
  • Updated February 10th, 2026

  • Job ID 213412
  • Job Title Physician - Ophthalmology
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Ophthalmology
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State MO
  • Practice Setting Hospital
  • Duration 92 Days
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Job Description

 Experienced Ophthalmologist needed for a 92-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri through Barton Associates. This opportunity requires a specialist in Children's Eye Care, comfortable with strabismus and NICU rounding. The assignment begins on 06/01/2026, with a clinic schedule of Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8 am to 4 pm, NICU rounding on Wednesdays, and OR duties on Fridays. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Epic EMR and licensed in Missouri. This role offers a blend of clinical, surgical, and on-call responsibilities, providing comprehensive eye care for pediatric patients. There is potential for extension beyond the initial assignment period.


Job Details:

Location: Missouri

Start Date: 06/01/2026

LOA: 92 days

Provider Type Needed: Ophthalmologist (Children's Eye Specialist)

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (8am-4pm), Wednesday (NICU rounding), Friday (OR 7am-2pm)


Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide comprehensive ophthalmology care for pediatric patients

• Perform strabismus procedures and treatments

• Conduct NICU rounds and provide on-call coverage

• Sign off on orthoptics charts

• Operate in the OR one day per week

• Utilize Epic EMR system for patient documentation

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams

• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures

• Maintain high standards of patient care and safety


Additional Information:

• Missouri medical license required

• Experience in pediatric ophthalmology preferred

• Flexibility to adapt to varying patient needs and schedules

• Strong communication skills for effective patient and family interactions


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Benefits:

• Strong compensation

• Travel-related expenses covered

• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities


What are Locum Tenens Jobs?


Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.


Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.


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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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