Clinical Research Photographer Job at American Vision Partners in Phoenix

Company Intro:

At American Vision Partners (AVP), we partner with the most respected ophthalmology practices in the country and integrate best-in-class management systems, operational infrastructure, and advanced technology to provide the highest quality patient care possible. Our practices include Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, Southwestern Eye Center, Retinal Consultants of Arizona, M&M Eye Institute, Abrams Eye Institute, Southwest Eye Institute, Aiello Eye Institute, Moretsky Cassidy Vision Correction, Wellish Vision Institute, West Texas Eye Associates and Vantage Eye Center. We are focused on building the nations largest and most comprehensive eye care practices and currently operate more than 100 eye care centers in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, California and Texas including 25 ambulatory surgical centers.

At AVP we value teamwork, providing exceptional experiences, continuous improvement, financial strength, and hard work. We are committed to providing best-in-class patient care, pioneering research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees!

Overview:

As a Clinical Research Photographer, youll be responsible for daily patient care and clinical flow. You will be responsible for accurately photographing fluorescein angiograms, ICG, fundus photos and OCTs.

Responsibilities:

• Promptly and professionally assisting the doctor in patient care.
• Performing technical workups, patient interviews and special testing.
• Communicating with patients regarding follow-up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, surgery scheduling, etc.
• Maintaining and cleaning all equipment being used. Report to manager if not in working condition.
• Attending required meetings.
• Efficiently and accurately interviews patients prior to photography testing to ensure awareness of any health or allergy restrictions.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms and ocular meds.
• Has a working understanding and accurately preforms the following B-Scans, fundus photos, fluorescein angiography, ICG, FAF and OCTs.
• Utilizes proper eye drop technique and sterility.
• Utilizes proper universal precaution procedures.
• Understands and follows procedures for procedural consents.
• Displays consistent professionalism.
• Is energetic and empathetic with patients.
• Consistently display positive rapport with fellow employees.
• Cooperates with supervisory staff and physicians.
• Demonstrates flexibility in job assignment.
• Takes pride and ownership in success and image of AVP.
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals.
• Conforms to all AVP policies and procedures including punctuality, attendance and dress codes
• Be sure that all equipment is clean and is in working order.
• Ensure there is sufficient fluorescein dye, and medical supplies for fluorescein angiograms.
• Secure the following information before filming: Are they in stereo? What is the pathology to be photographed? Determine Study Eye
• Maintain research photography protocol binders and resources.
• Photograph subjects as per the study protocol.
• Upload all research photos as per the study protocol and answer any queries that may arise.
• Complete GCP certification prior to working on any research protocols.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous experience or training within field
• Good understanding of ophthalmic practice and patient care
• Knowledge of medical instrumentation and its proper care and usage needed
• Ability to assess common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work environment required
• Ability to communicate with patients, co-workers and supervisor is critical
• Must be willing to help in all areas and understand the need for efficient use of time
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment
• Type minimum 25 WPM
• Maintaining patient confidentiality
• Knowledge of Word and Excel

Benefits & Perks:

Your health, happiness and your future matters! At AVP, we offer everything medical and dental insurance, significant eye care discounts, child care assistance, pet insurance, continuing education funds, 401(k), paid holidays plus PTO, Sick Time, opportunity for growth, and much more!