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The Health Technician (Ophthalmology) supports Ophthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment, prevention, follow-up care and patient counseling. The Ophthalmology Tech performs standard, but complex, diagnostic procedures, assisting during clinic-based surgical procedures, educating patients and legal representatives and assisting with the education of medical students and residents (depending on level of experience). Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Experience and Education(1) Experience. One year of experience in a health care field, such as but not limited to nursing, medical assist