Ophthalmology Health Technician

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs Ophthalmology Clinic in Garner, NC seeks an Ophthalmology Technician to assist ophthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment, and education. The role includes performing diagnostic procedures, assisting in surgeries, and guiding patients and their families.

The ideal candidate has COA certification, health care experience, and knowledge of optics and eye anatomy, with strong adherence to clinical standards and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Citizen of the United States (non-citizens may be appointed when recruitment is difficult).
• English language proficiency required (spoken and written).
• One year of health care field experience OR two years above high school with health care related courses OR combined education/experience.
• Certification as a COA by JCAHPO required.

Responsibilities

• Support Ophthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment, prevention, follow-up care and patient counseling.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and assist during clinic-based surgical procedures.
• Educate patients and guardians or legal representatives.

Skills

Citizenship

English proficiency

Health care experience

Education requirements

COA certification knowledge

Ophthalmic knowledge

Tonometry

Eye anatomy

Ophthalmic surgical assisting

Medication instillation in eye

Eye optics

Equipment cleaning & maintenance

Education

Associate's degree in a health care related degree

Two years above high school with health care related courses

Health care technician training or related course

Job description

US Department of Veterans Affairs Ophthalmology Clinic in Garner, NC seeks an Ophthalmology Technician to assist ophthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment, and education. The role includes performing diagnostic procedures, assisting in surgeries, and guiding patients and their families.

The ideal candidate has COA certification, health care experience, and knowledge of optics and eye anatomy, with strong adherence to clinical standards and patient safety.