Health Technician (Optometry)

The Indian Health Service; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service is seeking an Optometry Technician in the Optometry Department at PIMC in Phoenix, AZ. The incumbent provides front-line eye care services and supports patient data collection in an ambulatory setting under supervision.

Required is at least one year of specialized experience in preparing patients for eye examinations, scheduling, maintaining equipment, and documenting test results in electronic health records, with strict attention to infection control and privacy

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in preparing patients for eye examinations and collecting data.
• Experience operating and maintaining optometric equipment and instruments.
• Ability to document patient care activities and test results in electronic health records.

Responsibilities

• Serve as front-line health care personnel in the Optometry Department.
• Perform eye care services and technical tasks under supervision.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments while maintaining infection control and privacy.

Skills

Eye care

Data collection

Patient education

Infection control

Electronic health records

Appointment scheduling

Tools

Optometric equipment

Instruments maintenance

Job description

This position is located in the Optometry Department at PIMC in Phoenix, AZ. The optometry technician serves as front-line health care personnel; performing a combination of technical and admin tasks related to the treatment and care of eye patients in an ambulatory environment. Incumbent performs eye care services and technical tasks for patient care under the direct supervision of Chief of Optometry. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: GS-06: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Preparing patients for eye examinations; performing preliminary vision screenings and collecting patient data; operating, cleaning, and maintaining optometric equipment and instruments; documenting patient care activities and test results in electronic health records; scheduling and coordinating patient appointments; maintaining clinical supplies and equipment; and providing patient education regarding eye health, and follow-up care while ensuring compliance with infection control, safety, privacy, and documentation requirements. Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.