Ophthalmic Imaging Specialist

Job Title: Ophthalmic Imaging Specialist

Location: Reed Eye - Pittsford & Greece

Department: Ophthalmology

Hours Per Week: 40 Hours, Full-time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p

SUMMARY

Provides advanced imaging services and acts as a primary clinical resource to Providers and Residents by performing diagnostic and imaging functions that aid in the diagnosis and management of ocular disease. Monitors and ensures that all imaging functions are completed in an accurate, efficient, and customer-centered manner within the clinical practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Able to perform OCT imaging and photography on multiple imaging modalities, including but not limited to: fundus photography, fundus auto-florescence, fluorescein and ICG angiography, anterior and posterior segment OCT, slit lamp, and external photography

• Ability to perform Ophthalmic Diagnostic Testing: Ocular Biometry (IOL Master), Amplitude Scan (Ascan), Corneal Topography, Corneal Pachymetry, Specular Microscopy, Humphrey Visual Field, Goldman Tonometry, Tonopen, Potential Acuity Meter (PAM), Brightness Acuity Tester (BAT), Visual Acuity, Manual and Automated Lensometry

• Continual evaluation of imaging quality and working with teammates for improvement and processes of imaging

• Maintains a database of cases for education and journals for physicians

• Trains established and new technicians on imaging and other diagnostic equipment.

• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in biomedical photography or related field and 1-2 years of experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience OR Certified Ophthalmic Assistant and 2-3 years of ophthalmology experience.

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Certificate in Certified Ophthalmic Assistant required within 12-24 months of hire, if not held at time of hire.
• Optical Coherence Tomography Technician (OCT-C). Must obtain certification within 24-30 months of hire.
• Certified Retinal Angiographer. Must obtain certifications within 24-30 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Demonstrated excellence in communication skills with patient care and team members
• Demonstrated ability to accept feedback and learn from feedback to improve patient care
• Motivation to attend educational meetings to improve work experience and continue learning for the improvement of job skills

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.