Ophthalmology Health Tech (COA) - Clinic & Surgical Support

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Health Technician (Ophthalmology) at the GS-8 level to support ophthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment, and patient education. The role involves performing standard to complex diagnostic procedures, assisting during clinic-based ophthalmic surgeries, and educating patients and legal representatives.

The position requires one year of healthcare experience or two years of related education, US citizenship, and COA certification.

Qualifications

• Candidate must meet health care field prerequisites including basic education and experience requirements.
• Certification as COA (JCAHPO) is required for the role.
• U.S. citizenship is required for appointment to this VA position.

Responsibilities

• Assists during clinic-based ophthalmic surgery, including revisions of wounds, biopsies, and related procedures.
• Educates patients and legal representatives in eye care, preoperative and postoperative instructions.
• Assists in education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows in affiliated facilities.
• Ensures proper cleaning, disinfection, calibration, maintenance, inventory, and ordering of ophthalmic instruments and equipment.

Education

Two years above high school with six semester hours health care related or associate degree

One year of experience in a health care field

Job description

Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Health Technician (Ophthalmology) at the GS-8 level to support ophthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment, and patient education. The role involves performing standard to complex diagnostic procedures, assisting during clinic-based ophthalmic surgeries, and educating patients and legal representatives.

The position requires one year of healthcare experience or two years of related education, US citizenship, and COA certification.