Ophthalmic Imaging Spec Senior

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental and vision

2:1 retirement match

Job summary

Michigan Medicine seeks a skilled Ophthalmic Photographer to perform advanced ophthalmic imaging including fluorescein/ICG angiography, OCT, fundus photography and biomicroscopy. The role requires injections, image interpretation, patient safety, and travel between clinical sites.

Candidates should have an Associate’s degree in Photography or related field and at least 5 years of ophthalmic imaging experience, with CRA or ROUB certification, and clinical trials certification.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience in Photography, Imaging, Life Sciences or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of ophthalmic imaging experience.
• Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA) through OPS or Registered Ophthalmic Ultrasound Biometrist (ROUB) through JCAHPO.
• Certified for clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Performs fundus photography, OCT (anterior and posterior), external photography, slit lamp biomicroscopy, gonio, pre-op and OR imaging, fluorescein and ICG angiography, clinical trials portrait, publications relations photography.
• A-scans, orbital ultrasound, quantify intraocular tumors, prepares ultrasound reports on patients with eye conditions.
• Injects patients with fluorescein and/or indocyanine green dyes.
• Provides imaging support for physicians and patients during evaluations under anesthesia.
• Instructs patients on proper positioning during the procedures.
• Lectures or teaches workshops at educational programs.
• Operates audio-visual equipment for conferences and symposiums.
• Explains special imaging requirements and ensures safety and comfort of the patient.
• Interprets diagnostic images and reports for quality and clinical accuracy.
• Identify equipment malfunction and report to technical support.
• Order and replenish supplies and medications in testing rooms as needed.
• Assist in cleaning and disinfecting exam chairs and surfaces.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Travel to community sites.

Skills

Ophthalmic imaging

Patient imaging coordination

Education

Associate's degree in Photography, Imaging, Life Sciences or similar field

CRA or ROUB certification

Tools

OCT

Fluorescein angiography

ICG angiography

Gonio (gonioscopy)

Ultrasound

Job description

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Ophthalmic Photographer to perform a variety of highly skilled duties associated with the operation of specialized equipment to allow physicians in the examination and diagnosis of eye diseases. Perform multiple ophthalmic imaging procedures including but not limited to: digital fluorescein/lCG angiography (including performing IV injections and related patient care), color fundus photography, optical coherence tomography, retinal thickness analysis, anterior segment slit-lamp biomicroscopy, goniography, external and O.R. photography, public, teaching, and Travel between sites will be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs fundus photography, Optical Coherence Tomography (anterior and posterior), external photography, specular microscopy slit lamp biomicroscopy, gonio, pre-op and OR imaging, fluorescein and ICG angiography, clinical trials portrait, publications relations photography or
• A-scans, orbital ultrasound, quantify intraocular tumors, prepares ullrasound reports on patients with eye conditions
• Injects patients with fluorescein and/or indocyanine green dyes
• Provides imaging support for physicians and patients during evaluations under anesthesia
• Instructs patients on proper positioning during the procedures
• Lectures or teaches workshops at educational programs
• Operates audio-visual equipment for conferences and symposiums
• Explains special requirements for imaging and is responsible for the safety, mental and physical comfort of the patient
• Interprets diagnostic images and reports for quality and clinical accuracy
• Identify equipment malfunction and report description of problem to technical support personnel
• Order and replenish supplies and medications in testing rooms as needed
• Assist in cleaning and disinfecting exam chairs, working surfaces
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Travel to community sites

Required Qualifications

Senior Level

• Associates degree in Photography, Imaging, Life Sciences or similar field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of ophthalmic imaging experience.
• Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA)through the Ophthalmic Photographers' Society (OPS) Board of Certification or Registered Ophthalmic Ultrasound Biometrist (ROUB)through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
• Certified for clinical trials

Under Fill Requirements

• Associate's degree in Photography, Imaging, Life Sciences or similar field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of ophthalmic imaging experience.
• Optical Coherence Tomographer-Certified (OCT-C) through the Ophthalmic Photographers' Society (OPS) Board of Certification or Certified Diagnostic Ophthalmic Sonographer (CDOS) through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology or obtained within 18 months of hire/transfer date.
• This Classification requires certification with the appropriate agency as identified on the Primary Source Verification Matrix.

Physical Requirements

This position requires moderate standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

Desired Qualifications

• Associates degree in Photography, Imaging, Life Sciences or similar field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 10 years of ophthalmic imaging experience. Experience with IVFA and ICG, as well as fundus photography, OCT and/or ultrasonography. Work requires considerable knowledge of standard photographic techniques, materials, processes, and equipment.
• Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA)through the Ophthalmic Photographers' Society (OPS) Board of Certification or Registered Ophthalmic Ultrasound Biometrist (ROUB)through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
• Certified for clinical trials
• Experience with IVFA and ICG, as well as fundus photography, OCT and/or ultrasonography. Work requires considerable knowledge of standard photographic techniques, materials, processes, and equipment.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.