Pre-Test (Photographer I)- TEC Portsmouth

Eye Care Partners • Portsmouth, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

An Ophthalmic Photographer supports ophthalmologists by helping provide excellent patient care during clinic visits. The role performs initial testing and ophthalmic workups and produces high-quality photographs that document and illustrate patients’ pathology or anomalies. The position uses ophthalmic techniques and equipment in a clinic setting and may assist physicians with treatments, procedures, and scribing as needed. Travel to other practice locations may be required, with mileage reimbursement provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and superior photography skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and provide superior customer service.
• Proficient keyboarding skills and ability to use Electronic Medical Record and image management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Favorable background check result.
• Proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical requirements, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification.
• Certification as a Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA) is highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Perform color stereo retinal fundus photography and serial stereo retinal intravenous fluorescein angiography, including IV start-up and dye administration.
• Perform external ocular photography and OCT imaging with speed and accuracy.
• Assist physicians with treatments when needed.
• Review patients’ medical and ophthalmic histories, including medications, allergies, and family history of eye problems.
• Identify potential patient concerns and bring them to the attention of the Office Coordinator or Physician as appropriate.
• Measure and record distance and near visual acuity and pinhole acuity, and perform preliminary refraction using objective equipment.
• Measure intraocular pressure using applanation tonometry, pneumatonometry, and/or a tonopen, and check pupillary response and defects.
• Perform basic visual field testing and provide patient education as directed by the Physician.
• Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs as required.
• Instill eye drops as directed by the Physician and assist with applying dressings, shields, and eye patches.
• Keep examination, treatment, laser, and other assigned rooms clean and stocked; maintain medication logs and inventories.
• Become certified for photography services required for study participation.
• Handle job-related equipment properly and assist with equipment maintenance and repairs when necessary.
• Use the Electronic Medical Record and image management systems, electronic mail, and instant messaging systems.
• Scribe for physicians when needed and consent patients for treatments and procedures when applicable.
• Provide consistent, excellent customer service and assist with patient transfers as necessary.
• Travel to other locations as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid maternity leave
• Eyecare certification reimbursement
• Competitive base pay
• Employee discounts
• Mileage reimbursement for travel to other locations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED