Summary

Ophthalmic photographers provide support to ophthalmologists and optometrists within the clinical environment.  Ophthalmic photographers are able to perform ophthalmic diagnostic tests and assessments for providers and assist with in-clinic procedures.  Ophthalmic photographers should possess excellent critical thinking skills, excellent clinical skills, be able to multi-task, and have excellent customer service skills.  

Job Duties

Ophthalmic photographers assist with the following tests/assessments within an ophthalmology practice including but not limited to the following:

• Photographs fluorescent  angiograms.
• Performs OCT/auto fluorescence.
• Performs IOL calculations.
• Performs ultrasound biometry and sonography.
• Performs slit lamp photography.
• Performs simultaneous stereo and individual fundus photography.
• Injects dye for fluorescent .
• Conducts color vision testing.
• Performs confocal imaging.
• May travel to other office location.
• May be assigned to assist ophthalmic staff in direct patient care.
• Responds to patients' messages in a timely manner.
• Works with front desk to ensure that message boards are updated with any current delays in clinic.
• Ensures that exam rooms are stocked and cleaned in accordance with departmental and BCM guidelines.
• Attends CME courses to maintain and enhance ophthalmic technician skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Certified as a Retinal Angiographer (CRA) by the Ophthalmic Photographers Society.

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree either AA, BS or BA.
• Three years of relevant experience.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT), Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technician (COMT), or  Optical Coherence Tomographer-Certified (OCT-C).
• Previous experience as an Ophthalmic Technician in a clinical environment.