VA
$48,142 – $62,565
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
The Veterans Canteen Service is hiring an optician to run eyewear operations at a VA medical center, fitting patients for glasses, processing orders, and coordinating with clinical staff. This role suits someone with hands-on optical experience who can manage customer service, measurements, and inventory in a healthcare environment serving veterans.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- Minimum 1 year experience as an Optician
- High school diploma or GED
- Current valid REAL ID
- Ability to work independently
- Optical measurements and fittings
- Prescription interpretation and verification
- Optical quality assurance
- Proficiency with optical tools and equipment