Ophthalmology Eye Care Technician (Entry Level)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Mather AFB Munitions Storage (formerly) (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an entry-level Health Technician (Ophthalmology) to perform limited routine tasks under daily direct supervision. You will obtain vital signs and assist with basic ophthalmic testing while maintaining patient records.

Applicants must be US citizens, hold a COA certification, and meet education/experience requirements. On-site work at Mather AFB, with growth across GS-5 to GS-8 levels as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required.
• COA certification required by JCAHPO.
• Two years of health care-related education/experience or associate degree as specified.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and record vital signs (BP, pulse, glucose).
• Perform limited routine ophthalmology tasks under direct supervision.
• Assist with basic ophthalmic testing and maintain patient records.

Skills

Vital signs

Ophthalmic knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree in health care field

COA Certification (JCAHPO)

Tools

Ophthalmic diagnostic equipment

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an entry-level Health Technician (Ophthalmology) to perform limited routine tasks under daily direct supervision. You will obtain vital signs and assist with basic ophthalmic testing while maintaining patient records.

Applicants must be US citizens, hold a COA certification, and meet education/experience requirements. On-site work at Mather AFB, with growth across GS-5 to GS-8 levels as you gain experience.