Certified Optician

Job description

Position Title: Certified Optician Location: Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center, Clarksburg, WV Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Position Summary We are seeking two qualified and customer-focused Certified Opticians to provide onsite optical services for Veterans at the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center. The Optician will support the Eye Clinic by assisting patients with eyewear selection, fittings, measurements, adjustments, repairs, and prescription verification while ensuring exceptional patient care and compliance with VA standards. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, technical optical knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively with VA clinical staff in a professional healthcare environment. Key Responsibilities: - Assist Veterans with frame selection and lifestyle-based eyewear recommendations - Perform optical measurements including pupillary distance (PD), segment heights, and base curves - Verify eyeglass prescription specifications provided by VA Optometry/Ophthalmology clinics - Fit, adjust, and dispense eyeglasses - Perform minor repairs including screw replacement, nose pad replacement, and frame adjustments - Document patient...