Ophthalmic Imaging Specialist in PITTSFORD, New York at Rochester Regional Health

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 which aid in the diagnoses and management of ocular disease. Monitors and ensures that all imaging functions are completed in an accurate, efficient, and patient-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.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Photographic Sciences 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.

• Certification in Optical Coherence Tomography Technician (OCT-C) and Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA) or proof of working towards. Must obtain certifications within 24 months of hire. Obtain Certificate in Certified Ophthalmic Assistant within 12 months of hire. Salary increase ordered after completion of each individual certification.

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 improvement of job skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

PAY RANGE: $22.00 - $34.00

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.