Ophthalmic Photographer 1 Job at Boston Medical Center in Boston

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Ophthalmic Photographer performs all of the photography and angiography for the department of Ophthalmology. The department is currently utilizing digital imaging systems, so a strong background and base knowledge in digital file handling is a must. Participates in the care of patients in a clinical setting by performing various ophthalmic examinations; scheduling appointments and maintaining patient medical records. Responsibilities also include organizing and prioritizing work to ensure completion in a timely manner. Photographers report directly to the ophthalmic technician supervisor.

Position: Ophthalmic Photographer 1

Department: BMC Eye Clinics

Schedule: Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• Greets patients and gather demographic information and documents in the medical record.
• Performs all types of ophthalmic photography, e.g., fundus, external and anterior segment.
• Assists physicians by performing diagnostic tests, e.g.: specular microscopy, OCT, Pentacam and Optos.
• Regularly maintains work area and equipment in a neat and orderly manner; assists in the cleaning and organizing of the Center’s section on own initiative and reports any malfunctioning equipment as observed by supervisor.
• Working towards learning basic ophthalmology workups. Once proficient and has completed the Ophthalmic Technician I competency checklist, assists the clinic as needed with workups.

Must be able to effectively troubleshoot and proficiently perform the following key devices within six months:

• Optos fundus camera
• DRS fundus camera
• Heidelberg OCT
• Zeiss OCT
• Pentacam

Must adhere to all of BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

BS preferred, High School diploma or GED required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

None

EXPERIENCE:

One year of previous work experience in Photography or optometric technician designation required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to manage patient workflow, multitask and think productively under pressure.
• Requires the interpersonal skills necessary to relate to patients in a sympathetic and tactful manner and allay patient apprehensions.
• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written). Bilingual or multi-lingual skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans