Ophthalmology Technician/Technologist
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Luke Staffing is hiring an Ophthalmology Technician/Technologist. The Ophthalmology Technician/Technologist supports Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, serving patients in a military treatment facility. This role contributes to readiness and access to care by providing ophthalmic support. Responsibilities include patient preparation, surgical assistance, equipment support, and clinical/administrative tasks within a mission-focused environment.
Key focus areas include Provide a wide variety of duties to assist the optometrist and ophthalmologist appropriate to the level of certification., Instruct patients concerning eye care and contact lens handling., and Prepare patients and perform as a surgical assistant in ophthalmic surgery and minor surgical procedures..
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, 5 Years Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist Experience After Certification, and Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA). Important skills include Patient Preparation, Surgical Assistance, Equipment Support, Clinical Tasks, Administrative Tasks, and Eye Care Instruction.
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OPTHALMOLOGY TECHNICIAN
SITE OF SERVICE
Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio - Lackland, San Antonio, Texas 78236; and Joint Base San Antonio Military Treatment Facilities at 1100 Wilford Hall Lackland AFB, San Antonio TX 78236
HOURS
Monday through Friday, 0730-1630, within MTF hours of operation 0600-1800; 9-hour shift with 1-hour unpaid lunch; no weekends; no call; no telework; federally recognized holidays are non-duty days if not required to work.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Ophthalmology Technician/Technologist supporting Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center serves patients in a military treatment facility where ophthalmic support directly contributes to readiness and access to care. This role supports optometry and ophthalmology services, including patient preparation, surgical assistance, equipment support, and clinical/administrative tasks in a mission-focused environment.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Diploma.
Experience: Five years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist after COA, COT, or COMT certification from JCAHPO.
Certification: Current certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT), or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
Citizenship : U.S. Citizen.
Language : English
DUTIES:
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Provides a wide variety of duties to assist the optometrist and ophthalmologist appropriate to the level of certification.
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Instructs patients concerning eye care and contact lens handling.
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Prepares patients and performs as a surgical assistant in ophthalmic surgery and minor surgical procedures.
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Orders and maintains ophthalmologic medications, supplies, and equipment for use by the physician.
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Performs routine checks of medications and sterile instrument packs for expiration dates.
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Maintains and performs periodic calibration checks on surgical instruments and equipment.
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Performs user maintenance checks on specialized clinic and surgical equipment.
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Performs calibration checks on clinical diagnostic equipment and documents calibration according to equipment specifications.
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Assists in administrative and clinical duties when not actively working in patient care.
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Maintains cleanliness per infection control MDWI 44-157.
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Performs inventory weekly or as needed.
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Documents care and clinical support activities in the applicable government system/EHR used at the facility.
BASE DOWN DAYS
The facility observes installation training holidays and base down days. The contractor shall not be required
to work on these days and will not receive additional compensation.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SKILLS
Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Must be able and willing to reprioritize on short notice and work on multiple simultaneous projects. Flexible and able to work with various personalities. Team work skills required. Time management skills required. The ability to meet deadlines in a deadline intensive environment is essential. High level of adaptability and willingness to embrace change in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
LUKE is an Equal Opportunity employer.
To learn more about LUKE please visit our website at: http://www.lukestaffing.com
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