Ophthalmic Imager I- Part-time UPMC Vision Institute – Mercy Pavilion

We are seeking a skilled Ophthalmic Imager to join the UPMC Vision Institute at Mercy Pavilion, located at 1622 Locust Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. This part-time position operates Monday through Friday during daylight hours based on clinic schedule, with minimal travel (less than 5%) required. In this specialized role, you will collaborate closely with some of the most respected physicians in the field of Ophthalmology, utilizing advanced imaging technology to perform critical diagnostic procedures essential for the evaluation and management of complex ocular diseases. Ultrasound training will be provided on-site by the retinal oncologist to further enhance your expertise. As a key member of the team, your work will directly contribute to exceptional patient care and innovative clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of highly skilled duties associated with the operation of specialized equipment to assist physicians in documenting, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the eye, including color fundus photography, optical coherence tomography, OCT angiography, retinal thickness analysis, slit lamp and goniophotography, visual field testing, external photos, and a-scans.
• Reviews physicians orders and patients medical history and allergies in Epic prior to performing imaging and photography.
• A-scan and B-scan ultrasonography and ultrasound biomicroscopy to support the retinal oncology and retina subspecialties in our department.
• Perform a variety of highly skilled duties associated with the operation of specialized equipment to assist physicians in documenting, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the eye, including color fundus photography, optical coherence tomography, OCT angiography, retinal thickness analysis, slit lamp and gonio photography, visual field testing, external photos, and a-scans.
• Participates in the collection of patient history and complete ocular workup such as visual acuity, ocular history, vital signs, intraocular pressure, and records results in patient record.
• Explain imaging procedures to patient and provides instruction during imaging.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and condition of the patients serviced in the department. Provides for care and/or extends services as described in department policies and procedures.
• Perform optical coherence tomography and ocular digital photography using different makes and manufacturers in accordance with protocols.
• Perform visual field assessment using the automated Humphrey Visual Field Analyzer in accordance with protocols.
• Access and review previous patient notes within Epic.
• Recognize problems or malfunctions of photographic, diagnostic, and related equipment versus patient media opacities. May assist in making minor adjustments and perform preventive maintenance in accordance with established procedures. Advises supervisor of malfunctions or problems affecting the accuracy and quality of scans or images requiring repair by vendor.
• Recognize and help rectify issues with image import into Forum, image archiving and storage and managing duplicate patients, including contacting IT/Forum group as required.
• Maintain adequate levels of supplies for imaging department and notifies supervisor of supplies needing to be ordered.
• Ophthalmic imaging procedures which may include but are not limited to OCT, Anterior OCT, HRT, Color fundus photos, corneal topography, visual fields, a-scans, b-scans, external photos.
• Ophthalmic procedures / assessments including but not limited to visual acuity tests and instilling eye drops in accordance with established approved protocols for patient safety.
• Ability to edit and transfer images from digital camera to the patient database in Forum and Epic.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy of the eye and ophthalmic disease processes.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of ophthalmic experience required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Valid CPR certification

• Act 34