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Ophthalmic Photographer - Ophthalmology

University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States


Salary Range (commensurate with experience):

$31.93 - 49.38 / Hourly Wage

Position Summary The Ophthalmic Photographer, under the direct supervision of an Ophthalmologist, assists in direct and indirect patient care. The Ophthalmic Photographer performs a variety of highly skilled duties associated with the operation of specialized equipment to assist in the examination and diagnosis of eye diseases.

Duties & Responsibilities

Supports Ophthalmologist by utilizing various diagnostic equipment including but not limited to Heidelberg, Optos California and Silverstone, Topcon Fundus Camera, Clarus, Absolu B-Scan, and Haag-Streit Slit Lamp Camera.

Imaging requirements include but are not limited to: Digital Fluorescein/ICG Angiography, Color Fundus Photography, Optical Coherence Tomography, Retinal Thickness Analysis, Anterior Segment Slit-Lamp Biomicroscopy, External and O.R. Photography.

Maintains equipment databases, calibrates machines as needed, and notifies imaging manager of any clinical engineering needs.

Assists principal photographer in complex assignments requiring advanced photography and lighting techniques (such as eye surgery photography).

Takes still external photographs of patients with eyelid disorders, eye motility problems, and craniofacial abnormalities and documents injuries to the face and eye because of trauma.

Performs imaging review for research cases and uploads to applicable sites as requested by the Principal Investigator, Physician, or research parameters.

Using a fundus camera, takes pictures of a broad spectrum of retinal diseases, identifying hereditary, congenital, or acquired findings.

Performs and understands basic knowledge of ultrasound/echography screenings.

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years (24 months) of experience performing basic Optometry or Ophthalmic duties.

One year (12 months) of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.

Current valid American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification.

Benefits:

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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