Optician - Health Tech, Optical Shop Ops (DC/MD)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; United States; Presencial; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is seeking an experienced Health Tech (Optician) to support operations within VCS Optical Shops at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. The role centers on coordinating optical operations and acting as a liaison between VCS, eye clinic providers, and prosthetics teams.

A minimum of one year of experience as an Optician is required. The position emphasizes independent work, prescription interpretation, optical verification, and proficiency with optical equipment

Formación

• Minimum of one year of experience working as an Optician.
• Ability to work independently while managing responsibilities and maintaining high service standards.
• Proficiency in interpreting prescriptions and resolving issues to ensure accuracy and patient satisfaction.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate optical operations within VCS Optical Shops.
• Serve as liaison between VCS, eye clinic providers and prosthetics teams.
• Identify and resolve prescription discrepancies or anomalies.
• Ensure accuracy in optical center alignment, segment height, and frame selection.

Conocimientos

Independent work

Prescription interpretation

Optical verification

Equipment proficiency

Herramientas

Lensometer

Lens clock

PD ruler

Pupilometer

Frame heater

Interpupillary measuring devices

Frame and lens cleaning products

Thickness caliper

Vertex densometer

Tolerance charts

Visual acuity charts

Descripción del empleo

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is seeking an experienced Health Tech (Optician) to support operations within VCS Optical Shops at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. The role centers on coordinating optical operations and acting as a liaison between VCS, eye clinic providers, and prosthetics teams.

A minimum of one year of experience as an Optician is required. The position emphasizes independent work, prescription interpretation, optical verification, and proficiency with optical equipment