Ophthalmic Photographer

Under general supervision of the Clinical Manager and guided by the policiesand procedures of UCSF Medical Center, Ambulatory Services and the Department of Ophthalmology, the Jr. Ophthalmic Photographer is responsible for the efficient organization and operation of all technical functions of the eye photography practice. The assignments may vary from day to day, and require the individual to be flexible and well-trained. The primary responsibilities of the Jr. Photographer are ophthalmic photography, scans and testing, and precise documentation of the patient’s visit and patient care. The incumbent performs complex, intricate, and technically challenging photography, including Retinal Angiography and ophthalmic testing as ordered by Providers of the Department. Incumbent will also be required to assist in the capacity of a clinical technician as per needed with duties including patient care work-up and preliminary testing in preparation for the Provider's examination of the patient.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities 

1. DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Base Level Tech Duties (50%)

• Patient Work-Up, Screening and Preliminary testing 
• Vision testing 
• Confrontation visual fields 
• Pupils 
• EOM 
• Schirmer test
• Automated Perimetry
• Automated Ancillary Testing 
• Tonometry ( ICARE, Pneumo, Tonopen)
• Pachymetry
• Topography 
• Humphrey Visual Fields
• Lensometer (Manual and automatic)
• Autorefractor

Photography (50%)

• Optical Coherence Topography
• Non-Invasive Fundus Photography

Other

• Coordinates timely flow of patients through the Eye Photography Unit Supportive role in the technical aspects of the Eye Photography Unit.
• Coordinates between multiple photographic sites within the Ophthalmology department 
• Trains Ophthalmic Photography to other Technicians, Medical Students and Provides as needed
• Troubleshoots electronic and mechanical equipment within the Department of Ophthalmology
• Works with and maintains computers in the Eye Photography Unit
• As part of his/her daily activities, employee may access, transport and stock medications. These activities are in compliance with the Medications and Auxiliary Staff Competency, level 3.
• Participates in the consideration of purchasing new instruments working with Medical Director and clinical diagnostic services manager. 

1. COMMUNICATION AND COORDINATION

• Works at establishing a good rapport and professional working relationship with co-workers and all departmental personnel. Motivates cooperation of staff while working toward institutional and departmental goals.