Ophthalmic Imager

JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs diagnostic testing including but not limited to the below.

• Performs supervised ocular diagnostic testing using specialty-specific imaging instruments, documents procedures, and uploads images into the electronic medical record/PACS platform.

• Providespatient-centric care.

• Adheresto University of Miami policies, standards, and values.

• Complieswithregulations andmaintainspatient confidentiality.

• Followsbest practicesofpatient safety, hand hygiene, and infection control.

• CompletesUniversity ofMiamimandatory in-services and online training.

• Attendseducational courses for ophthalmic personnel when assigned.

• Demonstrateshighquality ofwork through accuracy, timeliness, professionalism, and thoroughness.

• Meetsdaily productivity goals.

• Ensuresall equipment is calibrated, and instrumentation is in proper working order.

• Participatesin assigned clinical research andmaintainsrequired certifications.

• Organizesand stock rooms for daily clinical activities.

• Travelsto satelliteeye centerswhen necessary.

• Worksevenings and weekends as needed.

• Performs organizationalduties asassigned.

• MaintainsOPS certifications.

• Assistswithtrainingofvisiting imaging technicians, residents, fellows, and faculty members.

• Workswith providers, residents, and fellows to provide training and customization of imaging software including hanging protocols.

• Actsaspreceptorfor imaging team members.

• Actsas super user for imaging technology implementations and training initiatives. 

• Supportsresidents, fellows, and faculty members with imaging presentations.

• Performs ocular diagnostic examinations usingspecialty-specificimaging instrumentsunder anesthesia in the OR.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties orresponsibilitiesas necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

HighSchool diploma orequivalent

Certification and Licensing:

OCT-C (Certified Optical Coherence Tomography)orCRA (Certified Retinal Angiographer)

Experience:

2years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skill, and Attitudes:

• Works well with patientsof all age groups.

• Presentsa professional appearance.

• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills.

• Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes, while working under pressure and meeting deadlines.

• Completes assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Makes independent,accuratedecisionsregardingthe best use of time.

• Seeks outinstruction in areas that requireadditionalknowledge. 

• Works independently and in a collaborative environment.

• Displays intermediate knowledge of ocular anatomy, function, and motility.

• Demonstratesbasic comprehension of refractometry.

• Identifiesimaging instruments and modalities based on diagnosis. 

• Knowledgeable incomputer software for all imaging modalities.

• Independently performsstandardized imaging protocols based on diagnosis.

• Competent in stereopsistechnique.

• Proficientin Microsoft Office.