Ophthalmic Photographer, Ophthalmology - Full-Time, Days

UChicago Medicine • Chicago, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

UChicago Medicine is seeking an Ophthalmic Photographer to join their Ophthalmology team in DCAM - Hyde Park. This is a 100% onsite position, requiring the candidate to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. Under the direction of a physician, the ophthalmic photographer will perform patient examinations including fluorescein angiograms, fundus photos, corneal topography, external ocular photos, and videotapes of ocular motility. The role also involves assisting with the development and maintenance of a computer database for patient history and diagnosis, and maintaining photo records, equipment, and supply inventory.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency
• Successful completion of an accredited program for Ophthalmic Technicians
• One year of satisfactory, work experience under ophthalmological supervision
• Must be certified by the Joint Commission on Allied Health personnel in Ophthalmology or equivalent
• One year of hands on experience with using all necessary imaging devices to care for Ophthalmology patient population
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Required

Nice To Haves

• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred or within 2 years of employment

Responsibilities

• Communication with Patients and Customers, adjusting to patient and customer needs, respecting one another, and maintaining an appropriate environment
• Obtain images of the eye using imaging equipment such as Zeiss OCT, Zeiss Visucam, Zeiss Visual Field, Optovue, Heidelberg, Haag-Strait Lenstar, Optos, Slit-Lamp Camera, Pentacam, and other equipment with training when necessary. Obtain measurements of the intraocular lens with the IOL master – and any other needed patient imaging
• Support patient care on the floor to work up patients as needed – including full Ophthalmology workup
• Perform other duties as requested by management
• Assist with orders for photographic and medical supplies as needed in imaging suite
• Check equipment and inform manager when equipment needs repair or preventative maintenance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees