Ophthalmic Photographer 1 Job at Boston Medical Center in Boston
Boston Medical Center - Boston, MA, United States, 02298
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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
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