Health Technician (Optometry)

Summary About the Position: This position is located at 633RD MDG JBLE Langley, DIR OF MEDICINE FLIGHT AND MISSLE MEDICINE OPTOMETRY This is a Direct Hire Solicitation Learn more about this agency Duties Reviews clinic appointment schedules 24-72 hours in advance to identify patient needs. Receives each patient and initiates examination data recording in the electronic medical record (EMR) Orders authorized military prescription eyewear using the DoD Spectacle Request Transmission System (SRTS). Orders authorized military prescription eyewear using the DoD Spectacle Request Transmission System (SRTS). Ensures exam rooms are opened and closed properly daily, kept in an orderly appearance, and remain fully operational by reporting problems and facilitating work orders. Cleans clinical equipment after each patient and at the end of the day to maintain infection control. Assists medical support assistant in clinical and appointment duties as needed Scribes for optometrist as needed. Directs and trains personnel as needed, including new optometry technicians and military medical personnel rotating through the clinics for deployment ophthalmic readiness and cross training Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Pre-employment physical required and annually thereafter. Required to be screened for and obtain necessary immunizations/vaccinations (hepatitis, influenza, etc.), unless exempted by a licensed physician. This position requires Basic Life Support (BLS) training certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross. This position is required to work uncommon tours of duty hours such as, on-call, working either fixed or rotating shifts, evenings, weekends and/or holidays. This position has a mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirement and is therefore subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience : One year of specialized experience which includes operating optometry equipment, screening optometry patients, and conducting various vision tests, such as color and depth perception. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/levelposition in the federal service (GS-05). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. An active State Optician Certification is preferred. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.