Ophthalmology Technician - Eye Care Specialist

US Department of Veterans Affairs; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Louisville, KY seeks a Health Technician (Ophthalmology) to support ophthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment and patient education. The role performs standard diagnostic procedures, assists during clinic-based ophthalmic surgery, and participates in training of students and residents under supervision.

Qualified applicants must meet basic requirements including U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, and COA certification.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• COA certification required by JCAHPO.
• Experience in healthcare or ophthalmology preferred.
• English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Assist ophthalmologists during clinic-based procedures.
• Calibrate and maintain ophthalmic instruments.
• Test visual acuity and perform refractive measurements.
• Educate patients and legal representatives on eye care.
• Assist in teaching medical students and residents.

Skills

Advanced tonometry

Pupil evaluation

Intraocular lens calculations

Ophthalmic surgical assisting

Eye anatomy knowledge

Ophthalmic medications

Optics knowledge

Equipment cleaning and maintenance

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Louisville, KY seeks a Health Technician (Ophthalmology) to support ophthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment and patient education. The role performs standard diagnostic procedures, assists during clinic-based ophthalmic surgery, and participates in training of students and residents under supervision.

Qualified applicants must meet basic requirements including U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, and COA certification.