About this role
We are seeking an Ophthalmic Photographer who will provide clinical and research related diagnostic medical images that are used by ophthalmic personnel in managing patients with various ocular conditions. Uses multiple camera/imaging systems to capture the required data. Cross trains to support physicians in clinic for patient work-ups and diagnostic testing. Cross trains to support the VNP and Ultrasound services.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Proficiently performs the following specialized tasks-
- Color retinal fundus photography
- Retinal fluorescein angiography
- ICG angiography
- Slit lamp photography
- Intravenous injection of sodium fluorescein and Indocyanine Green dyes
- Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT)
- Ocular Coherence Tomography Angiography (OCT-A)
- Works in external clinics and operating rooms as needed.
- Works independently at Wilmer satellite locations.
- Provides front desk coverage when needed.
- Uses specular microscopy.
- Manages digital images and files, i.e. burning CD’s, electronic transfer, etc.
- Maintains CPR certification.
- Participates in research related investigative studies requiring protocol specific imaging.
- Acquires and maintains photographic certifications from various ophthalmic reading centers participating in clinical research.
- Cross covers as an ophthalmic technician screening patients in the retina division.
- Cross covers in the Visual Neurophysiology service performing diagnostic ophthalmic procedures.
- Cross covers in the ophthalmic Ultrasound service performing diagnostic ophthalmic procedures in a clinical setting as well as in the operating room.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
- Prior experience with imaging or providing technician support in a clinical office setting. Proven advanced computer skills.
- Certification as a COA, COT, COMT, ROUB, CRT, OCT-C, or CRA required or obtained within 18 months of hire.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in a clinical ophthalmology setting preferred but not required.
Classified Title: Ophthalmic Photographer
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CE
Starting Salary Range: $20.25 - $36.25 HRLY ($65,364 targeted; Commensurate w/exp,)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Oph Retina Service
Personnel area: School of Medicine