Ophthalmic Imaging Technician

UPMC Mercy Health Center; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Mercy Vision Institute in Pittsburgh is seeking an Ophthalmic Imager to perform high-quality ophthalmic imaging and diagnostic testing. You will work with physicians and staff to ensure accurate image capture, maintain equipment, and provide excellent patient care in a fast-paced clinic.

The role involves daylight hours, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional travel to other UPMC sites (~5%).

Responsibilities

• Perform ophthalmic imaging using color fundus photography, OCT, OCT angiography, and related modalities.
• Review orders and patient history in Epic prior to imaging.
• Assist in age-appropriate patient care and documentation in the patient record.
• Explain imaging procedures to patients and provide clear instructions.
• Operate imaging equipment and perform routine maintenance per procedures.
• Identify equipment issues and communicate malfunctions to supervisor.
• Manage image transfer and storage between Forum and Epic systems.
• Maintain imaging supplies and participate in ocular workups (visual acuity, history, IOP).
• Capture diverse images (including external photos) and ensure quality scans.

Skills

Ophthalmic imaging

Patient care

Equipment troubleshooting

Tools

Epic

Forum

Humphrey Visual Field Analyzer

Job description

UPMC Mercy Vision Institute in Pittsburgh is seeking an Ophthalmic Imager to perform high-quality ophthalmic imaging and diagnostic testing. You will work with physicians and staff to ensure accurate image capture, maintain equipment, and provide excellent patient care in a fast-paced clinic.

The role involves daylight hours, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional travel to other UPMC sites (~5%).