Ophthalmic Photographer - SCB Ophthalmology Clinic

Ophthalmic Photographer - SCB Ophthalmology Clinic

Hiring Department: SCB Ophthalmology Clinic

Hiring Unit: University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1025466

Posting Close Date: 6/28/2024

Position Number: CF2241

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UI Health offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits

UI Health is seeking an Ophthalmic Photographer to join our SCB Ophthalmology Clinic team. This role will work under the direct supervision of an Ophthalmologist, assists in direct and indirect patient care. The Ophthalmic Photographer performs a variety of highly skilled duties associated with the operation of specialized equipment to assist in the examination and diagnosis of eye diseases.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supports Ophthalmologist by utilizing various diagnostic equipment including but not limited to: Heidelberg, Optos California and Silverstone, Topcon Fundus Camera, Clarus, Absolu B-Scan, and Haag-Streit Slit Lamp Camera.

• Imaging requirements include but are not limited to: Digital Fluorescein/ICG Angiography, Color Fundus Photography, Optical Coherence Tomography, Retinal Thickness Analysis, Anterior Segment Slit-Lamp Biomicroscopy, External and O.R. Photography.

• Maintains equipment databases, calibrates machines as needed, and notifies imaging manager of any clinical engineering needs.

• Assists principal photographer in complex assignments requiring advanced photography and lighting techniques (such as eye surgery photography).

• Takes still external photographs of patients with eyelid disorders, eye motility problems, and craniofacial abnormalities and documents injuries to the face and eye because of trauma.

• Performs imaging review for research cases and uploads to applicable sites as requested by the Principal Investigator, Physician, or research parameters.

• Using a fundus camera, takes pictures of a broad spectrum of retinal diseases, identifying hereditary, congenital, or acquired findings.

• Performs and understands basic knowledge of ultrasound/echography screenings.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Two years (24 months) of experience performing basic Optometry or Ophthalmic duties.

• One year (12 months) of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.

• Current valid American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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