Lead Health Technician (Ophthalmology)

The Lead Health Technician (Ophthalmology) position at the Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center works in the Ophthalmology Clinic and support Ophthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment, prevention, follow-up care, and patient counseling. At the GS-9 Lead level, the Health Technician (Ophthalmology) performs complex ophthalmic technical duties with significant independent judgment and also carries additional responsibilities that include oversight of specific services within the ophthalmology clinic.

Duties may include, but are not limited to: Respond to the needs of the staff ophthalmologists, the supervisory technician or other designated administrative supervisor who will maintain daily supervision and guidance. Plan and carries out examinations in line with training and accepted practices, and independently makes recommendations about clinical situations, procedures or changes to procedures in some situations. Able to accept the technician's assessment without rechecking the work Use methods, recognizes conditions that cause erroneous results or creates dangerous situations, and may independently troubleshoot clinic problems and complex instruments. Resolve most differences that arise with patients, coordinates work with others as necessary and interprets policy such as eligibility for prosthetic devices. Responsible to the Supervisory Ophthalmology Technician (if present), the Ophthalmology Program Coordinator (if present) and the Chief of Ophthalmology Make work assignments Monitor work flow Provide input on performance Resolve daily workplace issues, and maintaining efficient flow of patient care. Provide training to eye care staff, students and/ or trainees. Provide input into special advancements, promotions, and disciplinary actions Work Schedule: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 42054F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.