Ophthalmic Photographer Lead

Company Overview

At Retina & Vitreous of Texas, our retina specialists realize that medicine is multi-faceted and focus on providing the best personalized treatment to our patients and do so with state-of-the-art technology in a compassionate and attentive environment. Our physicians are board certified ophthalmologists by the American board of Ophthalmology and completed an additional two-year vitreoretinal surgical fellowship in diseases of the retina, macular, and vitreous. With six MD's and eleven offices in the Houston, TX area we have an ongoing mission to always deliver the best possible care.

Position Summary

The Lead Ophthalmic Photographer is responsible for the oversight, training, and coordination of ophthalmic imaging performed in clinical research trials. This position combines the clinical foundations of an Ophthalmic Technician with advanced ophthalmic photography skills. The Lead Photographer ensures research imaging is performed accurately, in compliance with protocol and regulatory standards, and that photography staff are properly trained, scheduled, and supported. This role serves as the primary imaging resource for the Research Department, reporting directly to the Clinical Manager.

Responsibilities

This position requires customer service skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a degree of independent decision-making.

Supervise daily activities of photography staff, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion of imaging requirements.

Train, mentor, and assess competencies of ophthalmic photographers on imaging techniques, equipment use, and research protocols.

Collaborate with the Clinical Manager on staffing, scheduling, and performance reviews for photography staff.

Ensure staff compliance with practice policies, research protocols, and regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP, HIPAA, OSHA).

Identify and image ocular anatomy for diagnostic and documentary photography

Perform single and stereo fundus photography

Photograph posterior pole through and around dense or opaque media

Slit lamp and gonio photography

Perform Angiography and obtain images (both FA and ICG)

Red free posterior pole and stereo imaging

Fundus Autofluorescence and diffuse external photography

Complete CITI certification and work within the framework of an IRB for clinical trials and studies

Certify for assigned clinical trial photography studies

Complete images and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or related field preferred.

Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in ophthalmic imaging, with prior research or clinical trial experience strongly preferred.

Previous supervisory or lead experience preferred.

Knowledge of ophthalmic anatomy, disease processes, and imaging technology.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple staff and projects simultaneously.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to interact effectively with physicians, staff, patients, and study sponsors.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; EMR and imaging software experience preferred.

Company Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees :

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k w / Match

HSA / FSA

Telemedicine

Generous PTO Package

We also offer the following benefits for FREE :

Employee Discounts and Perks

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life / AD&D

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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