Optometry Health Technician - Eyewear & Patient Care

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Savannah (GA); Presencial; USD 44.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Descripción de la vacante

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a health technician (optometry) to provide independent optician services at a VA facility. The role includes optical measurements, prescription fitting and verification, eyewear repairs, and patient education, with emphasis on clinic efficiency and Veteran satisfaction.

The position requires one year of health technician experience or related education, with opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and professional growth in optometry.

Formación

• Two academic years above high school with health coursework or an associate degree.
• Experience or demonstrated understanding of health technician/optometry duties.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may apply.

Responsabilidades

• Provide independent optician services including measurements and fittings.
• Verify prescriptions and reconcile eyewear orders for accuracy.
• Support Optometry clinic workflow and patient education.
• Assist with repairs, adjustments, and dispensing eyewear.

Conocimientos

Optometry knowledge

Patient education

Clinical support

Interdisciplinary coordination

Educación

Two academic years above high school with health coursework

Associate degree or independent study in health/optometry

Herramientas

Optical measurement instruments

Prescription verification

Descripción del empleo

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a health technician (optometry) to provide independent optician services at a VA facility. The role includes optical measurements, prescription fitting and verification, eyewear repairs, and patient education, with emphasis on clinic efficiency and Veteran satisfaction.

The position requires one year of health technician experience or related education, with opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and professional growth in optometry.