VCS Health Tech (Lead Optician)- Houston TX

Houston, TX · Lead / Staff / Principal

$64,449 – $83,804

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 4, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This supervisory role oversees optical operations at a VA medical center's eyewear shop, combining staff management with hands-on optician duties like fittings, measurements, and frame selection for veteran patients. The position serves as a liaison between the optical shop, eye clinic providers, and prosthetics teams to ensure smooth workflow and high-quality service.

Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

Microsoft Office

What they ask for

Required

At least 1 year of specialized optician experience
High school diploma or GED
Current valid REAL ID
Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office proficiency
Ability to review optical prescriptions and identify discrepancies
Skill in measuring and verifying lens placement within frames
Ability to select appropriate lens types and forms for patient needs
Experience identifying and resolving optical issues including optical center alignment and frame selection