RieLes Group is seeking a dedicated and skilled Regional Vision Care Coordinator supporting the Ocular Trauma Centers (OTC) or MTF at Bethesda MD. Ocular Trauma Centers (OTC) are specialized facilities within the Military Health System that focus on treating severe eye injuries often related to combat. Military Treatment Facilities (MTF) are general healthcare facilities that provide medical services to military service members their families and other eligible beneficiaries ranging from primary care to specialized treatment.
Regional Vision Care Coordinator
located at Ocular Trauma Centers (OTC) or MTF
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
8901 Rockville Pike Bethesda MD 20889
Employment Type: FullTime Contractor
Period of Performance: Base year four 4 option years
Base Year: 09/24/2025 09/23/2026
Work Schedule
MondayFriday (core hours: 9:00 AM 3:00 PM; duty hours: 7:00 AM 5:30 PM)
Federal holidays and emergency closures are observed
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) in Bethesda MD is a leading U.S. military medical facility formed in 2011 through the merger of the Walter Reed Army Medical Center and the National Naval Medical Center. It provides comprehensive healthcare services to service members veterans and their families. As a teaching and research hospital affiliated with the Uniformed Services University WRNMMC plays a key role in military medical education and innovation. It is also a Level II Trauma Center equipped to deliver advanced emergency and specialty care.
Position Summary
The Regional Vision Care Coordinator will support the delivery of timely and appropriate vision care to DoD beneficiaries within their assigned geographic area. This position is vital to the coordination of services across Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) and with the VA ensuring efficient referrals continuity of care and access to vision rehabilitation or surgical services.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate vision care referrals followups and patient movement across MTFs and VA facilities
- Act as the primary point of contact for vision care within assigned regional MTF
- Monitor and report performance metrics and assist in care quality improvements
- Liaise with other regional coordinators and the National Vision Care Coordinator
- Facilitate the transition of patients between DoD and VA for enhanced care options
- Ensure compliance with DHA and DoD protocols and support transition planning when needed
Education Requirements
- Bachelors degree required in Vision Science Healthcare Administration Public Health or a related field
- Clinical background (e.g. RN Optometry Technician Vision Rehab Specialist) is a plus
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience as a health care coordinator social worker case manager or registered nurse
- Familiarity with MHS or VA healthcare systems strongly preferred
- Experience with vision care (optometry ophthalmology vision rehab) is highly desirable
- Strong organizational and communication skills required
Travel & Emergency Services
- Some travel may be required to attend meetings training or conferences within the Continental United States (CONUS) and within the National Capitol Region (NCR)
- Occasional support may be needed outside of standard working hours for emergency services or contingency plan activations
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