Ophthalmic Photographer - KU Eye and Surgery Center

Position Title Ophthalmic Photographer - KU Eye and Surgery CenterDays - Full TimeKU Eye and Surgery Center

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The Ophthalmic Photographer-Certified is responsible for capturing high-quality diagnostic images of the eye using specialized ophthalmic imaging equipment and supporting ophthalmologists and optometrists in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Perform a variety of ophthalmic imaging procedures including fundus photography, fluorescein angiography, OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography), slit-lamp photography, and external eye imaging.
• Ensure proper patient positioning and comfort during imaging procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate imaging equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to determine appropriate imaging protocols.
• Accurately label, store, and manage digital images in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Adhere to HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.
• Stay current with advances in ophthalmic imaging technology and techniques.
• Assist in training staff or students in ophthalmic imaging procedures.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• 1 or more years Minimum of 1 year of experience in ophthalmic photography or related field.

Preferred Education and Experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• OCT-C Ophthalmic Photographers Society or equivalent within 1 Year

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) BLS within 1 Year

Required Language Skills

• Fluent English -

Knowledge Requirements

• Proficiency in using ophthalmic imaging equipment and software.
• Strong understanding of ocular anatomy and pathology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Time Type:

Full time

Job Requisition ID:

R-53330

Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.  See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.  If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu .

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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