Title: Ophthalmic Photographer
Company: Quantum Vision Centers
Location: Swansea, IL
Training Provided – No medical/eyecare experience required!
Perks:
- Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
- 401k + Employer Matching
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Optical Education Reimbursement
- Competitive Base Pay
Hours:
- Full Time
- Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday 8am-12pm. You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Favorable result on Background Check
- Basic computer skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Excitement to learn and grow
FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
Ophthalmic Photographer / Technicians 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.
- Provides consistent, excellent customer service.
- Assists with patient transfers as necessary.
- Travel to other locations as assigned.
Other Skills and Abilities
- Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
- Ability to work weekends when applicable
- Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
- Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
- Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
- Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
- Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
- Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
Physical Demands
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel
- The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Education and/or Experience
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED), one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) is preferred
If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.