Optician

Ansible Government Solutions; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC in Las Vegas is seeking Opticians to support operations at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System. Responsibilities include providing onsite optician services, measuring and dispensing eyeglasses, and documenting patient interactions.

Qualified applicants must have an unrestricted Optician license or ABO certification. The position entails various physical tasks including lifting and standing. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, gender, or disability.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Optician license in relevant states or ABO certification if no license is required.
• At least one licensed optician must be onsite where licensure is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite optician and dispensing services for eligible VA beneficiaries.
• Measure, fit, and dispense eyeglasses per prescriptions.
• Perform minor eyeglass repairs and adjustments.

Skills

Active, full, unrestricted Optician license

ABO certification

Supervision of apprentice opticians

Job description

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently seeking Opticians to support operations at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System (Las Vegas) located at 6900 N Pecos Rd, North Las Vegas, NV 89086. The schedule is typically Monday‑Friday, 8am-4:30pm. If you accept employment with Ansible, you must also acknowledge that any assigned schedule is subject to change at the direction of either Ansible or its customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite optician and dispensing services for eligible VA beneficiaries
• Measure, fit, and dispense VA‑provided eyeglasses per prescriptions written by VA Optometry/Ophthalmology providers
• Assist Veterans with:
• Frame selection
• Lifestyle needs assessment
• Pupillary distance, segment height, base curve measurements
• Perform minor eyeglass repairs and adjustments (e.g., screws, nose pads, frame adjustments)
• Verify prescription specifications and communicate with VA providers as needed (without altering prescriptions)
• Document all patient interactions and services in CPRS/EHR
• Maintain timely patient service standards (generally within 30 minutes of arrival)
• Participate in VA quality, compliance, and reporting requirements
• Coordinate coverage for PTO, sick leave, and absences to ensure uninterrupted clinic operations

Qualifications

• Active, full, unrestricted Optician license in states where licensure is required OR
• ABO (American Board of Opticianry) certification in states without licensure
• At least one licensed optician onsite where state law requires licensure
• Each licensed optician may supervise up to two apprentice opticians
• No sponsorship available

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
• Lift up to 20 lbs
• Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
• Push/pull with 30 lbs of force

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.