Optician

Ansible Government Solutions; Mather (CA); On-site; USD 28,984 - 35,996; Full time

Job summary

Ansible Government Solutions in California is seeking Opticians to support operations at the Sacramento VA Medical Center. Responsibilities include providing onsite optical services, assisting Veterans with eyeglass fittings, and ensuring timely patient care.

The ideal candidate must hold an active Optician license or ABO certification, with experience in eyeglass fitting and repair. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $21.04 to $26.13 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have an active Optician license or ABO certification.
• Supervision of up to two apprentice opticians if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite optician and dispensing services.
• Measure, fit, and dispense eyeglasses per VA prescriptions.
• Assist Veterans with frame selection and lifestyle needs assessment.
• Perform minor eyeglass repairs and adjustments.
• Document all patient interactions in CPRS/EHR.

Skills

Active, full, unrestricted Optician license

ABO certification

Ability to supervise apprentice opticians

Job description

Overview

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently seeking Opticians to support operations at the Sacramento VA Medical Center located at 10535 Hospital Way Mather, CA 95655. 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.

Ansible is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.

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

Position Pays: $21.04 - $26.13/hr

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 (from waist to shoulder)
• 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.