Ophthalmic

Air Force; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybride; USD 36 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The United States Air Force is seeking ophthalmic technicians to support eye care for airmen. You will perform visual tests, assist with examinations, and help in administering ophthalmic drops and dressings. You will order and fit military eyewear and assist in surgical prep for procedures.

Training pathways begin with basic military training, followed by technical training at Ft. Sam Houston, TX, with credits toward a degree and progression toward Opthalmic Technician status.

Qualifications

• Perform visual tests and assist the provider in examinations.
• Administer ophthalmic drops and apply ocular dressings.
• Order, fit and dispense military eyewear.
• Assist as an ophthalmic surgical assistant and prep patients.
• Direct budget and manage ophthalmic activities.

Responsabilités

• Assist the healthcare provider in examination and treatment by performing visual tests.
• Administer drops/ointments and apply ocular dressings.
• Order, fit and dispense military eyewear.
• Prepare pre- and postoperative patients as ophthalmic assistant.
• Direct budget and manage ophthalmic ophthalmic activities.

Connaissances

Visual testing

Patient care

Ophthalmic drops

Eyewear fitting

Surgical assisting

Budget management

Outils

Ophthalmic equipment

Description du poste

Regardless of job duty, it’s essential for each of our Airmen to have good vision. Responsible for performing visual tests and procedures, Ophthalmic specialists assist Optometrists with the treatment of patients. From aiding in the diagnosis of eye disorders to assisting Airmen with aviator contact lenses, these professionals play an integral part in helping patients see better and protect their eyes.

What you’ll do

• Assist the healthcare provider in the examination and treatment of patients by performing visual tests and procedures
• Administer ophthalmic drops and ointments and apply ocular dressings
• Order, fit and dispense military eyewear
• Perform as an ophthalmic surgical assistant and prepare pre- and postoperative patients
• Direct budget and manage ophthalmic activities

TRAINING & EDUCATION

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

Basic Military Training

7.5 weeks

TECHNICAL TRAINING

53 days

TECH SCHOOL LOCATION

Ft. Sam Houston, TX

STATUS UPON COMPLETION

Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Opthalmic Technician

REQUIREMENTS

You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.

You must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score.

*High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.

Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB