Abstract: A computer-implemented method that can be used to select for staffing temporary ophthalmic positions is described. The method includes the steps of: providing a database configured to store information pertaining to one or more members, wherein the database is further configured to store information pertaining to one or more clients; storing member information in the database; storing client information in the database; providing to the client a calculated price or a negotiated price for the staffing opportunity; enabling selection of the staffing opportunity by one or more members, wherein these members are selecting members; enabling selection of a desired member by the client from the selecting members; and notifying the desired member of the client's selection.