Ophthalmology Technician
Company: Matrix Providers
Location: Fort Belvoir
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Experience the Matrix Providers
Advantage. We strive to provide a framework of stability and
structure for our valued employees, where you will experience lower
provider-to-patient ratios and fair, reliable schedules. Matrix
Providers is hiring an Ophthalmology Technician/Technologist to
join our team of talented professionals who provide health care
services to our Military Service Members and their families in Fort
Belvoir, VA. Employment Status: Short Term- Coverage position
Schedule: Monday - Friday: 7AM to 3:30 PM Benefits: Competitive
financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including
health, dental, vision, and life coverage. Accrued Paid Time Off
(PTO) Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook) 401(k) Plan
Requirements: The Ophthalmology Technician/Technologist must have
and meet the following: Degree: Certificate Education: Complete an
ophthalmology technician or an optometric technician course.
Certification: Possess and maintain current certification as a
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Certified Ophthalmic
Technician (COT)or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT)
by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
or a completed a formal ophthalmic training program of the United
States Armed Forces. Experience: One year of experience as an
Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist after graduation. Job Summary:
Provide a wide variety of duties to assist the
optometrist/ophthalmologist as appropriate to the level of
certification (i.e., COA, COT, or COMT). Obtain patient histories,
perform prescription verification, and maintain patient records.
Assist in testing patient vision. Test far and near acuity,
peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception. Examine
the eye, using a slit lamp, for abnormalities of the cornea and
anterior and posterior chambers. Apply drops to anesthetize,
dilate, or medicate eyes. Measure intraocular pressure of eyes
(glaucoma test). Test the field of vision for defects, including
central and peripheral vision, and chart test results on graph
paper. Measure the axial length of the eye using ultrasound
equipment. Instruct patients concerning eye care and contact lens
handling. Additional Job Duties: Measures and records distance and
near vision; perform color testing and pinhole testing. Performs:
Basic visual acuity test, Contrast Sensitivity testing, Lensometry,
Autorefraction and keratometry, basic ocular motility tests,
performs visual field testing (automated and manual), Ophthalmic
photography, pupillometry, tonometry, and glare testing. Ensures
appropriate calibration, cleanliness, and maintenance of all
examination and treatment equipment. Serves as a scrub in the minor
and main operating rooms, for various ophthalmic procedures. Teach
contact lens care. Apply and remove therapeutic contact lenses.
Basic knowledge of DICOM communication Experience in using OCT,
visual fields, and other applicable ophthalmic device modality to
communicate via DICOM standards. Utilizes Modality Work Lists (MWL)
to document examinations; reconciles MWL with existing patient
databases to minimize medical errors and duplications. Assist
providers in documenting in the medical record according to the
policies and procedures of the organization. Direct the flow of
patients: obtain medical and personal data for patients for
conditions excluding ocular examination; arrange for laboratory and
other tests, ophthalmic photography, outpatient studies and patient
admissions and surgery as requested by the physician. Alleviate
patient and family concerns by explaining diagnostic procedures and
referring specific questions to the doctor. Screen walk-in
patients, emergency patients and telephone calls from patients and
referring physicians to determine appropriate physician and
priority of appointments. Performs inspection and preparation of
instruments, materials, and equipment to ensure that they are clean
and in proper working condition. Sterilize and set up instruments
for surgical procedures; assist with minor office surgery, laser
treatments and operating room surgery as required. Perform
inventory of assigned examination rooms to ensure adequate supplies
are in stock. This shall be coordinated with the supply officer of
the CRS (Central Sterile Resupply) Program to ensure all supply
requests are met. Adhered to infection control guidelines and
practice universal precautions. Be responsible for the safe and
effective operation of equipment used in patient care and
contributing to a safe working environment. This shall include safe
practices of emergency procedures. Proper handling of hazardous
materials and maintenance of physical security. We support our
employees with an accessible dedicated representative to assist you
throughout the duration of your contract. We firmly believe that a
healthy work/life balance enables you to perform at your best. Our
mission is to serve America’s military family by aligning
exceptional healthcare workers like you with rewarding career
opportunities. Come home to Matrix. IND123
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