Independent Optician Tech for Veterans' Eye Care

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) seeks an experienced Health Tech (Optician) to support Optical Shops at the Phoenix/Gilbert VA Medical Center. The role coordinates optical operations and serves as a liaison between VCS, eye clinic providers, and prosthetics teams, enhancing Veteran patient service.

Minimum of one year as an Optician is required. Independent work capability, prescription interpretation, and quality assurance are essential daily tasks, with proficiency in common optical tools and

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working as an Optician required.
• Independent Work Capability: Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing responsibilities efficiently and maintaining high standards of patient service.
• Prescription Interpretation & Problem Resolution: Ability to identify prescription discrepancies or anomalies and take appropriate corrective action to ensure accuracy and patient satisfaction.
• Optical Verification & Quality Assurance: Skilled in identifying and resolving optical issues, including prescription verification, transitions verification, optical center alignment, segment height accuracy, and appropriate frame selection.
• Technical Equipment & Tools Proficiency: Proficient in the use of optical equipment and tools, including the listed items.
• Identification Requirement: A current, valid REAL ID is required to work with the Veterans Canteen Service.

Skills

Independent work

Prescription interpretation

Quality assurance

Optical equipment proficiency

Tools

Adjustment and bench tools

Lensometer and lens clock

Frame heater

PD ruler and pupilometer

Penlight and interpupillary measuring devices

Frame and lens cleaning products

Thickness caliper

Vertex densometer

Tolerance charts

Visual acuity charts

Job description

Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) seeks an experienced Health Tech (Optician) to support Optical Shops at the Phoenix/Gilbert VA Medical Center. The role coordinates optical operations and serves as a liaison between VCS, eye clinic providers, and prosthetics teams, enhancing Veteran patient service.

Minimum of one year as an Optician is required. Independent work capability, prescription interpretation, and quality assurance are essential daily tasks, with proficiency in common optical tools and