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Health Technician (Ophthalmology)-Intermittent

Veterans Health Administration

Vancouver, WA · part time · Entry

$46,989 – $83,796

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This is an intermittent position supporting ophthalmologists by performing diagnostic testing, patient intake, and surgical assistance in a Veterans Health Administration clinic. The role suits someone with healthcare experience seeking flexible, part-time work in a specialized eye care environment.

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

What they ask for

Required

  • United States citizenship or VA authorization to hire non-citizen
  • One year healthcare field experience, or two years post-secondary education with six semester hours in healthcare, or equivalent combination
  • Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification by JCAHPO, or eligible for graduate technician appointment with two-year waiver
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English

Nice to have

  • At least one year of experience in an ophthalmology or optometry clinical setting
  • COA certification

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