Ophthalmic Imaging Specialist

Rochester Regional Health; Pittsford (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health's Ophthalmology department seeks an Ophthalmic Imaging Specialist to perform advanced ocular imaging and diagnostic testing, aiding in diagnosis and patient care. The role demands strong imaging skills, teamwork, and patient communication.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) at Pittsford, with a schedule Monday–Friday, 8a–5p. Candidates should have a biomedical photography background or OCT-C/Certified Ophthalmic Assistant credentials and ophthalmology experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or OCT-C certification or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant required.
• If hired after 05/01/2026, must have 2 years ophthalmology experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform OCT imaging and photography on multiple imaging modalities (fundus photography, FAF, FA/ICG, anterior and posterior OCT).
• Perform ophthalmic diagnostic testing including IOL Master, Ascan, topography, pachymetry, specular microscopy, visual fields, tonometry, PAM, BAT, and acuity projection.
• Continuously evaluate imaging quality and collaborate with teammates to improve processes.
• Maintain a case database for education and journal references for physicians.
• Train established and new technicians on imaging and diagnostic equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Imaging procedures

Patient communication

Team training

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Photography

OCT-C Certification

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

2 years ophthalmology experience (post-hire)

Tools

IOL Master

Ascan

Corneal Topography

Pachymetry

Specular Microscopy

Humphrey Visual Field

Goldman Tonometry

Tonopen

PAM

BAT

Job description

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 customer-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 Projector, Lensometer.
• 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Photography OR
• Optical Coherence Tomography Technician (OCT-C) Certification OR
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
• If hired after 05/01/2026, must have 2 years of ophthalmology experience

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Certificate in Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, if not held at hire must obtain within 24 months of hire.
• Optical Coherence Tomography Technician (OCT-C), if not held at hire must obtain 30 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Retinal Angiographer
• Ability to work in both a team environment and independently
• Excellent communication skills with patient and team members

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

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.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$22.00 - $34.00

CITY:

Pittsford

POSTAL CODE:

14534

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.