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Matrix Providers Ophthalmology Tech Refractive in Bethesda, Maryland

Ophthalmology Tech Refractive

Location: Bethesda, MD, United States

Healthcare Provider Type : Ancillary Services (MQS)

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Matrix Providers - Caring for America's military family.

Not just leading the way, but leading the industry. Your success is our business.

Experience the Matrix Providers Advantage and make a difference in military healthcare as an Ophthalmology Technician (Refractive/Clinical) at Walter Reed in Bethesda, MD.

The Refractive Surgery Center at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center uses cutting-edge techniques to perform PRK and LASIK procedures. These vision correction surgeries offer active duty service members alternatives to glasses and contact lenses, enhancing their readiness and personal safety.


  • Location: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD.

  • Setting: Refractive Surgery Center

  • Role: Ophthalmic Technician will assist in performing PRK and LASIK procedures using state-of-the-art equipment supporting the surgical team.

  • Compensation: $23.99 - $35/Hour + $3500 Sign on bonus!

  • Schedule: Monday - Friday 7AM to 3:30 PM

  • Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.

    o Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

    o Paid Holidays

    o 401(k) Plan


Ophthalmology Clinical Refractive Technician Requirements:

  • Degree: Certificate

  • Education: Complete an ophthalmology technician or an optometric technician course

  • Certifications: JCAHPO Certification and BLS Certification

  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Certified Ophthalmic Technician, including: 2-3 years Military Refractive Surgical Center Management Experience and Laser center design or 3-4yrs of private clinical refractive surgery experience

  • Certification and three years' experience with the following Laser Platforms: Allegretto Wave light/ Wave Eye, and Intralase Femtosecond Laser Platforms. VISX Star S4 a plus.

  • Board Certification: Possess and maintain current certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or 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 Stated Armed Forces.

Matrix Providers is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please see https://matrixproviders.com/accessibility-eeo-disclaimer. To learn more about our Benefits Packages, please see https://matrixproviders.com/benefits.

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