Ophthalmic Photographer - Training Provided

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities•Royal Oak, MI

13h•Onsite

About The Position

An Ophthalmic Photographer is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist, assisting in providing excellent patient care during visits. This role involves handling a wide range of duties, including using equipment to perform initial testing to prepare patients for exams. Ophthalmic Photographers utilize ophthalmic techniques for patient examination and work-up in a clinic setting, and directly provide Physicians with high-quality photographs that document and illustrate patient pathology or anomaly.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail with superior photography skills.
Analytical and problem solving skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others (teamwork) and provide superior customer service to patients.
Become certified for photography services required for study participation.
Favorable result on background check required.
Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Highly encouraged to obtain certification as Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA).
Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification preferred.

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 on patients with speed and accuracy; may assist Physician(s) with treatments when needed.
Utilize ophthalmic terminology, type words accurately with speed, and demonstrate knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system; may be required to Scribe for Physicians if needed.
Review patient’s past and current medical and ophthalmic history, including information regarding medications, allergies and family history of eye problems.
Identify any potential patient concerns and bring these issues to the attention of the Office Coordinator or Physician as appropriate.
Measure and record both distance and near visual acuity and pinhole acuity; perform preliminary refraction using objective equipment.
Measure intraocular pressures by applanation tonometry, pneumatonometry and/or use of tonopen and check pupillary response to light and pupillary defects.
Perform basic visual field testing and patient education as directed by Physician.
Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate) as required.
Instill eye drops as directed by the Physician and assist in the application of dressings, shields and eye patches.
Keep examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, medication logs and inventories up to date.
Become certified for photography services required for study participation.
Be responsible for the proper handling of all equipment related to job and assist with equipment maintenance and repairs when necessary.
Utilize proficient keyboarding skills, Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and image management system.
Utilize electronic mail and other instant messaging systems.
May consent patient for treatment and procedures.
Provide consistent, excellent customer service.
Assist with patient transfers as necessary.
Travel to other locations as assigned.