Health Technician (Paraoptometric) at Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

About the role

About the Position: This position is located at Army Medical Center Darnall, Fort Hood, TX in the Department of Primary Care, Optometry Service. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation The Optometry Technician performs duties relative to the evaluation and treatment of optometry patients seeking spectacles, contact lenses, or other visual care. Obtains and records patient data to include an abbreviated case history, medical conditions, and medication presently prescribed. Performs diagnostic testing/ancillary procedure duties, adhering to the specific requirements for each type of test. Accurately measures pupillary distance and segment heights, and measures patient's face and eyes to ensure proper fit of eyeglasses. 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 assisting optometrist in the examination and care of patients, and operating automated systems to obtain and record patient data. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05).