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.