Ophthalmic Imager 2 Per Diem Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Palm Beach Gardens, FL

JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs diagnostic testing including but not limited to the below.

• Performs supervised ocular diagnostic testing using specialty-specific imaging instruments, documents procedures, and uploads images into the electronic medical record/PACS platform.

• Provides patient-centric care.

• Adheres to University of Miami policies, standards, and values.

• Complies with regulations and maintains patient confidentiality.

• Follows best practices of patient safety, hand hygiene, and infection control.

• Completes University of Miami mandatory in-services and online training.

• Attends educational courses for ophthalmic personnel when assigned.

• Demonstrates high quality of work through accuracy, timeliness, professionalism, and thoroughness.

• Meets daily productivity goals.

• Ensures all equipment is calibrated, and instrumentation is in proper working order.

• Participates in assigned clinical research and maintains required certifications.

• Organizes and stock rooms for daily clinical activities.

• Travels to satellite eye centers when necessary.

• Works evenings and weekends as needed.

• Performs organizational duties as assigned.

• Maintains OPS certifications.

• Assists with training of visiting imaging technicians, residents, fellows, and faculty members.

• Works with providers, residents, and fellows to provide training and customization of imaging software including hanging protocols.

• Acts as preceptor for imaging team members.

• Acts as super user for imaging technology implementations and training initiatives. 

• Supports residents, fellows, and faculty members with imaging presentations.

• Performs ocular diagnostic examinations using specialty-specific imaging instruments under anesthesia in the OR.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing:

OCT-C (Certified Optical Coherence Tomography) or CRA (Certified Retinal Angiographer)

Experience:

2 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skill, and Attitudes:

• Works well with patients of all age groups.

• Presents a professional appearance.

• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills.

• Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes, while working under pressure and meeting deadlines.

• Completes assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Makes independent, accurate decisions regarding the best use of time.

• Seeks out instruction in areas that require additional knowledge. 

• Works independently and in a collaborative environment.

• Displays intermediate knowledge of ocular anatomy, function, and motility.

• Demonstrates basic comprehension of refractometry.

• Identifies imaging instruments and modalities based on diagnosis. 

• Knowledgeable in computer software for all imaging modalities.

• Independently performs standardized imaging protocols based on diagnosis.

• Competent in stereopsis technique.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.