Pre-Test (Photographer I)- VEC Norfolk

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities•Norfolk, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Photographer supports ophthalmologists in delivering excellent patient care by performing preliminary testing and ophthalmic workups in a clinic setting. The role uses ophthalmic equipment and techniques to prepare patients for examinations and produces high-quality photographs that document and illustrate ocular pathology or anomalies. The position includes retinal and external ocular photography, OCT, patient history review, visual acuity and pressure testing, basic visual field testing, and preparation of patients for treatments and minor procedures. The photographer may assist physicians with treatments, scribe when needed, consent patients for procedures, and support patient transfers. The role also includes maintaining equipment and clinical rooms, keeping supplies and records current, providing customer service, and traveling to other locations as assigned. Mileage reimbursement is provided for required travel.

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 and ability to work effectively with others and provide superior patient customer service.
Proficient keyboarding skills and ability to use an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and image management system.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Favorable result on a background check.
Proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, 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 setup and dye administration.
Perform external ocular photography and OCT on patients efficiently and accurately; assist physicians with treatments when needed.
Review patients’ past and current 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; perform preliminary refraction using objective equipment.
Measure intraocular pressure using applanation tonometry, pneumatonometry, and/or a tonopen, and check pupillary responses and defects.
Perform basic visual field testing and provide patient education as directed by the Physician.
Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures and 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 keyboarding, the EMR, image management systems, email, and instant messaging systems.
May scribe for Physicians and may obtain patient consent for treatments and procedures.
Provide consistent, excellent customer service and assist with patient transfers as necessary.
Travel to other locations as assigned.