Veterans Optical Specialist

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is seeking experienced Health Tech (Opticians) to support operations within VCS Optical Shops at the Tampa, New Port Richey, Lakeland FL VA Medical Center. This role coordinates optical operations and acts as a liaison between VCS, eye clinic providers, and prosthetics teams to enhance patient experience for Veterans.

A minimum of one year of experience as an Optician is required, with demonstrated ability to work independently, interpret prescriptions, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience working as an Optician required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate optical operations and serve as liaison between VCS, eye clinic providers and prosthetics teams.
• Support operations within VCS Optical Shops at VA Medical Center facilities.

Skills

Independent work

Prescription interpretation

Optical verification

Equipment proficiency

Tools

Lensometer

Lens clock

Frame heater

PD ruler

Pupilometer

Interpupillary devices

Frame and lens cleaning

Job description

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is seeking experienced Health Tech (Opticians) to support operations within VCS Optical Shops at the Tampa, New Port Richey, Lakeland FL VA Medical Center. This role coordinates optical operations and acts as a liaison between VCS, eye clinic providers, and prosthetics teams to enhance patient experience for Veterans.

A minimum of one year of experience as an Optician is required, with demonstrated ability to work independently, interpret prescriptions, and