Ophthalmology Health Technician (COA-Certified)

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Department of Veterans Affairs Ophthalmology Technicians in the Orlando VA Healthcare System assist ophthalmologists with diagnostics, treatment, and follow-up care. They support patient counseling and ensure efficient clinic operations within a federal healthcare setting.

Applicants must meet strict qualifications, including COA certification and health-care experience; education and transcripts are evaluated for eligibility, and foreign credentials must be properly interpreted

Qualifications

• English proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking.
• One year of experience in a health care field or equivalent.
• Two years above high school with six semester hours in health care or an associate degree, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Support Ophthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and follow-up care.
• Assist in patient counseling and education.
• Maintain clinic equipment and assist with instrument preparation and sterilization.

Skills

English proficiency

Health care experience

Education

Two years above high school or associate degree in health care

Job description

United States Department of Veterans Affairs Ophthalmology Technicians in the Orlando VA Healthcare System assist ophthalmologists with diagnostics, treatment, and follow-up care. They support patient counseling and ensure efficient clinic operations within a federal healthcare setting.

Applicants must meet strict qualifications, including COA certification and health-care experience; education and transcripts are evaluated for eligibility, and foreign credentials must be properly interpreted