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This position is critical to ensuring continuity of care, compliance with client standards, and contributing to the operational readiness of the patient population. The ideal candidate will conduct advanced diagnostic ophthalmic tests, assist with refractive surgery evaluations and procedures, and provide patient care to support the delivery of exceptional ophthalmic services.\nThis position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.\nResponsibilities\nKey Responsibilities\nPerform advanced diagnostic ophthalmic tests, including but not limited to:Distance and Near Vision Testing\nColor Testing and Pinhole Vision Testing\nLensometry, Autorefraction, Autokeratometry, and Manual Refractions\nAutomated Visual Field Testing and Glare Testing\nOphthalmic Photography, Tonometry, Pupilometry, and Corneal Pachymetry\n\nAssist with ophthalmic, refractive, and other minor surgical procedures, including pre-operative screenings, patient preparation, and post-procedure support.\nSupport refractive surgery candidate work-ups and contribute to pre- and post-operative patient care.\nCoordinate and optimize patient flow for examinations, procedures, and follow-ups.\nProvide professional and empathetic patient care throughout ophthalmic and refractive procedures, ensuring clear communication and patient understanding.\nPrepare examination rooms and maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked work environment.\nInspect, prepare, and maintain clinical equipment and instrumentation.\nSterilize and set up instruments for surgical and laser procedures.\nOperate and manipulate automated systems including ADS, Essentris, MHS GENESIS, and Clinical Information Systems (CIS).\nPerform data collection and entry for surgery patients, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.\nActively participate in the Military Treatment Facility’s (MTF) Performance Improvement Program.\nAttend periodic meetings to review patient care, identify improvements, and recommend corrective actions.\nComply with client policies and procedures, employer work practices, and federal healthcare regulations.\nMaintain required certifications, professional practices, and training, including federal and employer-mandated annual training requirements.\nOther duties as assigned.\nQualifications\nQualifications - Here’s What You Need\nThe qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.\nMinimum of 1 year of recent, full-time experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.\nKnowledge of ocular physiology, anatomy, pathology, optics, and refraction principles.\nUnderstanding of ophthalmic procedures, instrumentation, and techniques with demonstrated competency in ophthalmic testing and refractive surgery support.\nFamiliarity with refractive surgery procedures and associated tests.\nProficiency in clinical diagnostic equipment usage, ophthalmic imaging, and surgical support.\nStrong competency operating automated systems (e.g., ADS, Essentris, MHS GENESIS).\nTwo letters of recommendation (minimum one from a practicing ophthalmologist).\nCurrent certifications and immunizations, including:Annual Influenza\nVaricella\nMMR\nTDAP\nHepatitis B Series\n\nCompletion of baseline ocular exam and necessary medical clearances for laser-use risks.\nDue to the nature of work at the client’s facility, U.S. Citizenship is required.\nMust be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.\nMinimum Skills:\nExceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.\nExcellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.\nProven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.\nMust be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.\nAbility to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately\nProficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.\nStrong case management skills.\nProficiency in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.\nOur Commitment to you / overview of benefits \nMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program.\nFlexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter).\nShort-Term and Long-Term Disability options.\nBasic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided).\nVoluntary Life and AD&D options.\n401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year.\nPaid Time Off.\nReports to: Program Manager\nWorking Conditions \nClinical and surgical setting with frequent exposure to infectious diseases.\nSpecial attire required, including scrubs, gloves, masks, and eye protection.\nRequires performing manual procedures, working with sophisticated diagnostic technology, and contributing to a safe and compliant work environment.\nServices will be provided Monday through Friday between 0700 and 1900 .\nShifts will typically be scheduled in 8.5-hour shifts, inclusive of a 30-minute uncompensated lunch break.\nFrequent bending, reaching, standing, walking, and sitting.\nRequires sufficient manual dexterity for handling diagnostic and clinical equipment, as well as providing health care services.\nMay involve heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling during routine shifts.\nMust be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.\nAbility to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.\nMust be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.\nMust be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.\nMay be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.\nMay be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.\nMay be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.\nOther Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\nCayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. 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