Optometry Health Technician — Eye Care Clinic Support

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Kansas City VA Medical Center is seeking a Health Technician (Optometry) to support Optometrists and Ophthalmologists in diagnostic and follow-up care.

The role involves measuring visual acuity, assisting with eye care procedures, maintaining hygiene, and documenting patient information while ensuring adherence to clinic policies, with a focus on patient education and quality eye care.

Qualifications

• Experience or education in health technician/assistant field.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• Ability to document ophthalmic and medical information for electronic notes.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record visual acuity and ocular measurements.
• Assist eye care providers with ophthalmic procedures and patient education.
• Maintain hygiene and infection control in the clinic and restock supplies.

Skills

Eye health knowledge

Patient education

Ophthalmic measurements

Infection control

Phoropter entry

Education

Health-related coursework or degree

High school + health focus required (as applicable)

Tools

Phoropter

Lensometer

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Kansas City VA Medical Center is seeking a Health Technician (Optometry) to support Optometrists and Ophthalmologists in diagnostic and follow-up care.

The role involves measuring visual acuity, assisting with eye care procedures, maintaining hygiene, and documenting patient information while ensuring adherence to clinic policies, with a focus on patient education and quality eye care.