The primary function is to provide technical assistance to the Service Unit & Area Optometrists and Ophthalmologists. The technician must perform procedures and assist the Optometrists and Ophthalmologists in the examination and treatment of patients that increase the overall efficiency of the Optometry Department. Incumbent report to Optometrist Supervisory A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Provides technical and patient care by assisting with non-diagnostic support. Supports patient flow, preparing examination areas, setting up equipment and supplies. Performs preliminary screenings, data collection, and records information related to patient care. Provides basic optical dispensing support.
Maintains infection control, safety, and environmental standards within service areas.
If you are substituting education for experience; You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
berlinda.massey@ihs.gov · (928) 338-4911 X3559
This position is with Indian Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services.
The posted pay range is $40736 – $59031/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-22.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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