Ophthalmic Imager I- Part-time UPMC Vision Institute – Mercy Pavilion

UPMC Mercy Health Center; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC Mercy Health Center in Pittsburgh seeks an Ophthalmic Imager to join the Vision Institute at Mercy Pavilion. This part-time role collaborates with respected ophthalmologists, performing advanced imaging like OCT, fundus photography, and ultrasound to support diagnosis and patient care.

The position operates Monday through Friday during daylight hours with minimal travel. Training for ultrasound will be provided on-site, and you will document findings in Epic while assisting in ocular

Qualifications

• Experience assisting physicians in ophthalmology imaging procedures.
• Ability to describe imaging procedures to patients and provide instruction.
• Familiarity with Epic electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized imaging equipment for documentation and diagnosis of eye diseases.
• Review orders and patient history in Epic prior to imaging.
• Perform A-scan and B-scan ultrasound support for retinal oncology and subspecialties.
• Document ocular workups, including visual acuity and intraocular pressure.
• Explain imaging procedures to patients and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Communication

Detail orientation

Patient care

Team collaboration

Tools

Fundus photography

OCT

OCT angiography

Retinal thickness analysis

Slit lamp photography

Gonio photography

Visual field testing

A-scan/B-scan ultrasound

Epic

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Ophthalmic Imager to join the UPMC Vision Institute at Mercy Pavilion, located at 1622 Locust Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. This part-time position operates Monday through Friday during daylight hours based on clinic schedule, with minimal travel (less than 5%) required. In this specialized role, you will collaborate closely with some of the most respected physicians in the field of Ophthalmology, utilizing advanced imaging technology to perform critical diagnostic procedures essential for the evaluation and management of complex ocular diseases. Ultrasound training will be provided on-site by the retinal oncologist to further enhance your expertise. As a key member of the team, your work will directly contribute to exceptional patient care and innovative clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of highly skilled duties associated with the operation of specialized equipment to assist physicians in documenting, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the eye, including color fundus photography, optical coherence tomography, OCT angiography, retinal thickness analysis, slit lamp and goniophotography, visual field testing, external photos, and a-scans.
• Reviews physicians orders and patients medical history and allergies in Epic prior to performing imaging and photography.
• A-scan and B-scan ultrasonography and ultrasound biomicroscopy to support the retinal oncology and retina subspecialties in our department.
• Perform a variety of highly skilled duties associated with the operation of specialized equipment to assist physicians in documenting, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the eye, including color fundus photography, optical coherence tomography, OCT angiography, retinal thickness analysis, slit lamp and gonio photography, visual field testing, external photos, and a-scans.
• Participates in the collection of patient history and complete ocular workup such as visual acuity, ocular history, vital signs, intraocular pressure, and records results in patient record.
• Explain imaging procedures to patient and provides instruction during imaging.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and condition of the patients serviced in the department. Provides for care and/or extends services as described in department policies and procedures.
• Explain imaging procedures to patient and provides instruction during imaging.
• Perform optical coherence tomography and ocular digital photography using different makes and manufacturers in accordance with protocols.
• Perform visual field assessment using the automated Humphrey Visual Field Analyzer in accordance with protocols.
• Access and review previous patient notes within Epic.
• Recognize problems or malfunctions of photographic, diagnostic, and related equipment versus patient media opacities. May assist in making minor adjustments and perform preventive maintenance in accordance with established procedures. Advises supervisor of malfunctions or problems affecting the accuracy and quality of scans or images requiring repair by vendor.
• Recognize and help rectify issues with image import into Forum, image archiving and storage and managing duplicate patients, including contacting IT/Forum group as required.
• Maintain adequate levels of supplies for imaging department and notifies supervisor of supplies needing to be ordered.
• Participates in the collection of patient history and complete ocular workup such as visual acuity, ocular history, vital signs, intraocular pressure, and records results in patient record.
• Ophthalmic imaging procedures which may include but are not limited to OCT, Anterior OCT, HRT, Color fundus photos, corneal topography, visual fields, a-scans, b-scans, external photos.
• Ophthalmic procedures / assessments including but not limited to visual acuity tests and instilling eye drops in accordance with established approved protocols for patient safety.
• Ability to edit and transfer images from digital camera to the patient database in Forum and Epic.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy of the eye and ophthalmic disease processes.