Health Technician (Optometry) GS-0640-06

Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA•Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC

4d•$0 - $59,031•Onsite

About The Position

This position falls under Defense Health Agency, Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, NC. Civilian Health Technician (Optometry). Salary: Up to- $59,031 per year. Benefits: https://civilianmedicaljobs.com/benefits/

Requirements

US Citizens
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service which includes using equipment used in the optometric field (such as manual and automatic lensometry, non-contact tonometer, visual field machines, and other tools); perform basic eye testing procedures; use electronic records system to input data and maintain patient records.
A half year (i.e., 9 semester hours) of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position, such as Optometry.
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 9. Add the two percentages.

Nice To Haves

Certification of American Board of Opticianry

Responsibilities

Receives patients medical record, and in processes each patient on the computer.
Performs visual fields with the automated Humphrey Visual Fields Analyzer.
Applies drops or ointments to the eye and patches as needed.
Fits and dispenses ocular implements for active duty, retired and civil service personnel.
Performs routine performance and calibration checks on optometric equipment to insure normal operation.
Performs clerical administration and record keeping duties.
Open schedules and schedules patients for routine and follow-up appointments.
Records and maintains logs required within the optometry department, ensuring patient compliance when issuing eyewear.
Anticipates, maintains, and orders supplies for the operation of the clinic.