Medical Photographer/Diagnostic Imager (Ophthalmology)

Job Title: Ophthalmic Photographer

Company: Associated Retinal Consultants

Department: Ophthalmology

Supervisor Title: Clinic Manager

Location: This position is located in Royal Oak, MI

 

SUMMARY

An Ophthalmic Photographer is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit.  This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist. Ophthalmic Photographers use ophthalmic techniques to perform examination and work up of patients in a clinic setting and also directly provides Physician(s) with a physical, tangible product; a photograph of the highest quality possible which best documents and illustrates the patient’s pathology/anomaly.  
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Color stereo Retinal Fundus photography and Serial Stereo Retinal Intravenous Fluorescein Angiography skills, including IV start up and dye administration.  
• External ocular photography and performs OCT on patients with speed and accuracy; may assist Physician(s) with treatments when needed.  
• Skilled in ophthalmic terminology, ability to type words accurately with speed and knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system; may be required to Scribe for Physicians if needed.   
• Reviews patient’s past and current medical and ophthalmic history, including information regarding medications, allergies and family history of eye problems.  
• Identifies any potential patient concerns and brings these issues to the attention of the Office Coordinator or Physician as appropriate.  
• Ability to measure and record both distance and near visual acuity and pinhole acuity; performs preliminary refraction using objective equipment.  
• Ability to measure intraocular pressures by applanation tonometry, pneumatonometry and/or use of tonopen and checks pupillary response to light and pupillary defects.  
• Performs basic visual field testing and patient education as directed by Physician.  
• Ability to prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measures and records vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate) as required.  
• Ability to instill eye drops as directed by the Physician and assist in the application of dressings, shields and eye patches.   
• Keeps 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.  
• Responsible for the proper handling of all equipment related to job and assists with equipment maintenance and repairs when necessary.  
• Highly encouraged to obtain certification as Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA).  
• Requires proficient keyboarding skills, use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and image management system.  
• Utilize electronic mail and other instant messaging systems.  
• May consent patient for treatment and procedures.