Ophthalmic Photographer

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare authority in Manitoba is seeking an individual experienced in ophthalmology. Candidates must have relevant work experience, proficiency in computer skills, and hold a J.C.A.H.P.O Certification. The position requires collaboration within a healthcare team and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Must provide a current Criminal Records Check and is located at the Ophthalmology Clinic.

Qualifications

• One (1) to two (2) years of work experience under ophthalmological supervision required.
• Experience as an ophthalmic photographer or related experience preferred.
• Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check required.

Skills

Proficiency in computer/word processing

Knowledge of ophthalmic pharmacology

Ability to speak and understand French

Good judgement and initiative

Teamwork and cooperation

Education

Grade 12

Introductory photography course or equivalent

J.C.A.H.P.O. Certification

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Department / Unit: Ophthalmology Clinic - MHC

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MAHCP

Anticipated Start Date: 10/10/2025

FTE: 1.00

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.50

Annual Base Hours: 1950

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Position Overview

Experience

• One (1) to two (2) years of work experience under ophthalmological supervision required.
• Experience as an ophthalmic photographer or related experience in this area preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Grade 12.
• Introductory photography course required or an equivalent combination of photography education, training and experience.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (J.C.A.H.P.O.) Certification required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency in computer/word processing required.
• Works within the Centre’s core values, philosophy, vision, C.Q.I. goals, policies and procedures.
• Must be mature and capable of working under minimal supervision.
• Must show initiative, good judgement, the ability to train, provide instruction, organize his/her work.
• Must be a team member working cooperatively, courteously and tactfully with patients, hospital personnel and the community.
• Ability to speak and understand French is preferred.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic pharmacology required.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing education and participates in professional activities for personal and professional growth.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.