Ophthalmic Photographer l SIGN-ON BONUS - Boston Medical Center
Boston, MA 02118
About the Job
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Ophthalmic Photographer performs all of the photography and angiography for the department of Ophthalmology. The department is currently utilizing digital imaging systems, so a strong background and base knowledge in digital file handling is a must. Participates in the care of patients in a clinical setting by performing various ophthalmic examinations; scheduling appointments and maintaining patient medical records. Responsibilities also include organizing and prioritizing work to ensure completion in a timely manner. Photographers report directly to the ophthalmic technician supervisor.
Position: Ophthalmic Photographer l
Department: Eye Clinic
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Must adhere to all of BMC's RESPECT behavioral standards.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
EXPERIENCE:
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Req id: 29981
The Ophthalmic Photographer performs all of the photography and angiography for the department of Ophthalmology. The department is currently utilizing digital imaging systems, so a strong background and base knowledge in digital file handling is a must. Participates in the care of patients in a clinical setting by performing various ophthalmic examinations; scheduling appointments and maintaining patient medical records. Responsibilities also include organizing and prioritizing work to ensure completion in a timely manner. Photographers report directly to the ophthalmic technician supervisor.
Position: Ophthalmic Photographer l
Department: Eye Clinic
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
- Greets patients and gather demographic information and documents in the medical record.
- Performs all types of ophthalmic photography, e.g., fundus, external and anterior segment.
- Assists physicians by performing diagnostic tests, e.g.: specular microscopy, OCT, Pentacam and Optos
- Regularly maintains work area and equipment in a neat and orderly manner; assists in the cleaning and organizing of the Center's section on own initiative and reports any malfunctioning equipment as observed by supervisor.
Must adhere to all of BMC's RESPECT behavioral standards.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
- BS preferred
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
- None
EXPERIENCE:
- Entry level, previous photography experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Must be able to troubleshoot all devices
- Knowledge of anterior segment and posterior structures of the eye
- Can recognize and identify the ocular manifestations and associated findings of ophthalmic diseases and disorders.
- Ability to manage patient workflow, multitask and think productively under pressure
- Requires the interpersonal skills necessary to relate to patients in a sympathetic and tactful manner and allay patient apprehensions.
- Excellent English communication skills (oral and written). Bilingual or multi-lingual skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is a plus.
Req id: 29981
Source : Boston Medical Center
