Opthalmic Photographer

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.

• 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 and documents 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 corneascope 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 patient's 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 organization's philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations and quality service.

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

• N/A

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant from International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology OR Certified Ophthalmic Technician from International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology

• N/A

• JCAPHO certification preferred.

• Must be willing to work all SBC service area Fontana, Hesperia, Redlands, Rancho, Ontario, and Chino Grand.
• This is a per diem variable position.
• Days and hours will vary depending on department needs.