Lead Health Technician (Ophthalmology)

The Lead Health Technician (Ophthalmology) is organizationally aligned to Ophthalmology, Surgical Service, at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, Chicago, IL. The primary purpose of this position is supporting Ophthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment, prevention, follow-up care and patient counseling. The position carries out additional responsibilities that involve the oversight of specific services within the ophthalmology clinic. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : Works with a team to provide technical guidance, plan, organize, and coordinate activities of a Health Technician (Ophthalmology) to effectively complete assignment duties. Distributing workload, monitoring the status and progress of work, monitoring accuracy of work, etc. Preparing reports in various formats and presenting data to various organizational levels. Acting as a liaison between Health Technicians (Ophthalmology) to resolve informal employee complaints and concerns. Assist with Health Technician (Ophthalmology) development, outcome management, and strategic planning. Performs difficult ophthalmic technical duties with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgment, involve the oversight of specific services within the ophthalmology clinic. Providing input on performance assessments, resolving daily workplace issues, and maintaining efficient flow of patient care. Providing training to eye care staff, students and/or trainees; as well as, providing input into special advancements, promotions, and disciplinary actions. Ensures compliance with VA policies and exceeding the expectations of patients. Perform all other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 01912F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency. Health Technicians (Ophthalmology) must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 38 U.S.C. 7407(d). Experience and Education: Experience. One year of experience in a health care field, such as but not limited to nursing, medical assistant, or health technician. OR, Education. Two years above high school with a minimum of six semester hours directly related to a health care field or associate's degree in a health care related degree. OR, Experience/Education Combination. Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying. Examples are listed below (a) Six months of experience in the health care field; and one year above high school. OR, (b) Six months of experience in the health care field and successful completion of a course for health care technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or ophthalmology technicians given by the U.S. Armed Forces. OR, (c) Six months of experience in the health care field and completion of an independent study course in Ophthalmic Medical Assisting. Foreign Education: To be creditable, education completed outside the U.S. must have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education must have been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. programs. Certification: All applicants must be certified as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) with the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO). The COA certification is JCAHPO's entry-level certification examination for a Health Technician (Ophthalmology). May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). In addition t

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