Ophthalmology Health Tech - Diagnostic Support

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Federal benefits package

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Ophthalmology Technician in Orlando supports Ophthalmologists with diagnosis, treatment, prevention, follow-up care, and patient counseling.

The role involves calibration of instruments, history taking, visual acuity testing, tonometry, imaging, and assisting with procedures in a busy VA ophthalmology clinic. Qualified candidates have COA or equivalent credentials, and meet the education/experience requirements.

Qualifications

• COA certification is required for the Health Technician (Ophthalmology).
• Two years above high school with related health care education OR an associate's degree qualifies.
• Experience in health care field is acceptable in lieu of formal education under listed options.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic procedures and assist in clinic-based ophthalmology surgeries.
• Calibrate and check ophthalmology screening instruments.
• Take patient history including chief complaint and medications.
• Test visual acuity with/without correction and pupil evaluation.
• Instill eye medications and measure intraocular pressure.
• Perform OCT, photography, and related imaging.
• Screen for urgent ocular conditions and triage as needed.

Skills

Ophthalmology procedures

Patient care

History taking

Medical assisting

Clinical measurements

Education

Associate's degree in health care related field

COA certification

Tools

Tonometry equipment

Ophthalmic imaging systems

Auto refractor/keratometer

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Ophthalmology Technician in Orlando supports Ophthalmologists with diagnosis, treatment, prevention, follow-up care, and patient counseling.

The role involves calibration of instruments, history taking, visual acuity testing, tonometry, imaging, and assisting with procedures in a busy VA ophthalmology clinic. Qualified candidates have COA or equivalent credentials, and meet the education/experience requirements.