Ophthalmic Photographer, Ophthalmology - Full-Time, Days

UChicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine in Chicago is seeking an Ophthalmic Photographer to join the Ophthalmology team at DCAM - Hyde Park. This is a 100% onsite role based in the greater Chicagoland area.

You will capture images of the eye using a range of imaging devices and maintain patient photo records, supporting clinical workups as directed. The ideal candidate has a High School diploma, completion of an ophthalmic technician program, and COA certification, with 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Successful completion of an accredited program for Ophthalmic Technicians.
• One year of satisfactory work experience under ophthalmological supervision.
• Must be certified by the Joint Commission on Allied Health personnel in Ophthalmology or equivalent.
• One year of hands on experience with imaging devices for ophthalmology patients.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) required; COT preferred or within 2 years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Obtain eye images using ophthalmic imaging equipment (OCT, Visucam, etc.) and record measurements.
• Support patient care on the floor and perform full ophthalmology workups as needed.
• Maintain photo records, equipment, and inventory of supplies.
• Assist with orders for imaging supplies and ensure equipment maintenance.

Education

High school diploma

Ophthalmic Technician program

Tools

Zeiss OCT

Zeiss Visucam

Optovue

Heidelberg

Lenstar

Job description

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as an Ophthalmic Photographer with our Ophthalmology team in DCAM - Hyde Park. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. Under the direction and order of the physician the ophthalmic photographer will perform patient examination that will include fluorescein angiograms, fundus photos, corneal topography, external ocular photos, and videotapes of ocular motility. Will assist with the development and maintenance of computer database of patient history and diagnosis. Maintains photo records, equipment and supply inventory.

Essential Job Functions

• Communication with Patients and Customers, adjusting to patient and customer needs, respecting one another, and maintaining an appropriate environment
• Will be able to obtain images of the eye using the following imaging equipment: Zeiss OCT, Zeiss Visucam, Zeiss Visual Field, Optovue, Heidelberg, Haag-Strait Lenstar, Optos, Slit-Lamp Camera, Pentacam, and other equipment with training when necessary. Obtains measurements of the intraocular lens with the IOL master – and any other needed patient imaging
• Supports patient care on the floor to work up patients as needed – including full Ophthalmology workup
• Performs other duties as requested by management
• Assist with orders for photographic and medical supplies as needed in imaging suite
• Checks equipment and is responsible for informing manager when equipment needs repair or preventative maintenance

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Successful completion of an accredited program for Ophthalmic Technicians
• One year of satisfactory, work experience under ophthalmological supervision.
• Must be certified by the Joint Commission on Allied Health personnel in Ophthalmology or equivalent.
• One year of hands on experience with using all necessary imaging devices to care for Ophthalmology patient population
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Required, Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred or within 2 years of employment

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Shift: Days – 8-hour shifts – M-TH 10:30 am - 7 pm & F 8:30 am - 5 pm
• Work Location: Onsite - DCAM - Hyde Park
• Unit/Department: Ophthalmology
• CBA Code: Non-Union

About Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

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As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

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