Ophthalmic Imaging Spec Senior

Ophthalmic Photographer

We are seeking an Ophthalmic Photographer to perform a variety of highly skilled duties associated with the operation of specialized equipment to allow physicians in the examination and diagnosis of eye diseases. Perform multiple ophthalmic imaging procedures including but not limited to: digital fluorescein/lCG angiography (including performing IV injections and related patient care), color fundus photography, optical coherence tomography, retinal thickness analysis, anterior segment slit-lamp biomicroscopy, goniography, external and O.R. photography, public, teaching, and travel between sites will be required.

Responsibilities include:

• Performs fundus photography, Optical Coherence Tomography (anterior and posterior), external photography, specular microscopy slit lamp biomicroscopy, gonio, pre-op and OR imaging, fluorescein and ICG angiography, clinical trials portrait, publications relations photography or
• A-scans, orbital ultrasound, quantify intraocular tumors, prepares ultrasound reports on patients with eye conditions
• Injects patients with fluorescein and/or indocyanine green dyes
• Provides imaging support for physicians and patients during evaluations under anesthesia
• Instructs patients on proper positioning during the procedures
• Lectures or teaches workshops at educational programs
• Operates audio-visual equipment for conferences and symposiums
• Explains special requirements for imaging and is responsible for the safety, mental and physical comfort of the patient
• Interprets diagnostic images and reports for quality and clinical accuracy
• Identify equipment malfunction and report description of problem to technical support personnel
• Order and replenish supplies and medications in testing rooms as needed
• Assist in cleaning and disinfecting exam chairs, working surfaces
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Travel to community sites

Required qualifications include:

• Senior Level: Associates degree in Photography, Imaging, Life Sciences or similar field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of ophthalmic imaging experience.
• Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA) through the Ophthalmic Photographers' Society (OPS) Board of Certification or Registered Ophthalmic Ultrasound Biometrist (ROUB) through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
• Certified for clinical trials

Under fill requirements include:

• Associate's degree in Photography, Imaging, Life Sciences or similar field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of ophthalmic imaging experience.
• Optical Coherence Tomographer-Certified (OCT-C) through the Ophthalmic Photographers' Society (OPS) Board of Certification or Certified Diagnostic Ophthalmic Sonographer (CDOS) through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology or obtained within 18 months of hire/transfer date.
• This Classification requires certification with the appropriate agency as identified on the Primary Source Verification Matrix.

This position requires moderate standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

Desired qualifications include:

• Associates degree in Photography, Imaging, Life Sciences or similar field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 10 years of ophthalmic imaging experience. Experience with IVFA and ICG, as well as fundus photography, OCT and/or ultrasonography. Work requires considerable knowledge of standard photographic techniques, materials, processes, and equipment.
• Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA) through the Ophthalmic Photographers' Society (OPS) Board of Certification or Registered Ophthalmic Ultrasound Biometrist (ROUB) through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
• Certified for clinical trials
• Experience with IVFA and ICG, as well as fundus photography, OCT and/or ultrasonography. Work requires considerable knowledge of standard photographic techniques, materials, processes, and equipment.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the worlds most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings