Health Technician (Optometry)

Summary About the Position: This position is with the Defense Health Agency, Army Medical Center Madigan, Directorate of Primary Care, Optometry Service. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. A recruitment incentive may be authorized. Duties Conduct preliminary screening tests for patients undergoing routine eye exams, physical examinations, and medical surveillance evaluations. Conduct diagnostic testing and operate, calibrate, and program optometry equipment for patient evaluations. Assist in minor ophthalmic procedures to include administering medication, setting up equipment and cleaning up after procedures. Perform administrative support functions for the clinic. Perform basic operation, minor repairs, and first-level maintenance on optometry equipment such as the auto-refractor, non-contact tonometer, lensometer, and other routine diagnostic tools. Use automated systems to schedule appointments and to enter, update, and retrieve patient information. Order and receive military prescription eyewear through automated processing systems. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Position requires regular contact with children under the age 18 and a favorable determination of suitability to do so. Position requires Basic Life Support training certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross. Current Advanced Life Support or other advanced certification does not supersede BLS completion. Position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter. Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption. This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to applicant testing and random drug testing in accordance with AR 600-85. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the 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 assisting in the evaluation of patients; obtaining medical and ocular history, documenting pertinent patient information into electronic medical records; performing visual acuity testing, fitting and ordering of spectacles; and using specialized ophthalmic equipment to aide in the treatment of optometry patients. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position 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. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates. A recruitment incentive may be authorized. 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. 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.