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Opthalmic Photographer

Opthalmic Photographer

Kaiser PermanenteRiverside, California
30+ days ago
Job description

Description : Job Summary :

Under direct supervision and order from a physician, optometrist and / or Department Administrator or designee, performs a variety of standard diagnostic tests of the eye, following established procedures and policies as an aid in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and visual disorders.

Essential Responsibilities :

  • This description is for recruitment posting purposes only. It has not received full HR review and approval.
  • Checks visual acuity before administering any test or performing any photography.
  • Aids physician in explanation of testing procedures, side effects, and follow-up care.
  • Performs visual field testing in one or more of its three standard forms :

Automated central and peripheral fields; Tangent screens; Goldman perimetry.

  • Ascertains lenses prescription as needed prior to testing.
  • Document the findings.
  • Performs keratometry measurements, interferometry, lensometry, and tonometry as needed.
  • Performs accurate ultrasound A-scan measurements and IOL calculations for cataract surgery and lens implantation; performs B-scan diagnostic exam in search of ocular abnormalities or foreign bodies.
  • May have to perform in operating room setting.
  • Must have knowledge of photographical techniques to perform the following :
  • Fluorescein angiography in proper sequence and in stereo and color fundus photos in stereo.
  • Iris angiography in proper sequence.
  • Photograph the anterior chamber of the eye by means of a slit lamp, including the conjunctiva, cornea, iris, and lens.
  • Photograph the external anatomy of the eye or facial portions by means of microphotography with a 35-mm camera or Polaroid camera.
  • Photograph conjunctiva and corneal abnormalities by means of a cornea scope camera and / or corneal topography.
  • Photograph during ocular surgery if needed.
  • Must have experience with digital photography and transferring data to CDs.
  • Must have knowledge of basic functions of a 35-mm camera and its variable settings and capabilities of a Polaroid camera.
  • Must have knowledge of most common film types to include black and white, color negative print, color slide, Polaroids black / white, color and sensitivity rating for each.
  • Must have knowledge of darkroom techniques to include processing and printing of film by manual method if digital camera not functioning and to perform processing if needed.
  • Evaluate the patients condition by observing signs, symptoms, and reactions to testing procedures, and reports to RN and physician any unusual reactions.
  • Have basic computer skills.
  • Maintains appropriate filing system of all diagnostic photography and testing reports.
  • Maintains clean and organized work area, and replaces expendable supplies as needed.
  • Performs any other duties necessary to help in the smooth operation of the department as a whole.
  • Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients, and other personnel.
  • Performs other duties as required.
  • Promotes, ensures, and improves customer service to internal / external customers by demonstrating skills which are consistent with the organizations philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations and quality service.

    • Basic Qualifications :

    Experience

  • Minimum two (2) years of experience in an outpatient clinical setting.

    • Education

  • N / A

    • License, Certification, Registration

  • Ophthalmic Technician Certificate from The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology OR Ophthalmic Assistant Certificate from The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology

    • Additional Requirements :

  • N / A

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • JCAPHO certification preferred.

    • Notes :

  • May work Saturdays as per operational needs
  • Certified Per diem Ophthalmic Photographer