Hospital Lab Technician III (Ophthalmic Imager)

Ophthalmology

Full Time

69616BR

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Clinical Diagnostic Services Manager and guided by the policies and 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 requires an individual to be flexible and well-trained. The primary responsibility of the Jr. Photographer is patient care, ophthalmic photography, scans and testing, and precise documentation of the patients visit.  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.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in ophthalmology
• 2+ years experience in ophthalmic imaging with high volume ophthalmic practice, retinal or University practice
• Experience in fundus photography (including color stereo), Spectral domain OCT, fluorescein angiography (FA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical photography or healthcare related field
• COT certification or above
• Certified through Wisconsin Reading Center
• Preferred experience: slit lamp photography, gonio photography, ICG, wide field fundus photography, auto-fluorescence, anterior segment OCT and OCT-Angiography

License/Certification

• COA (Cerrtified Ophthalmic Assistant) Certification

Depending on the scope of practice of each individual Diagnostic Technician, one or more of the following Certifications or Registrations may be required:

• Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA) certification, Optical Coherence Topography (OCT-C) certification
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS®), Registered Ophthalmologic Ultrasound Biometrist (ROUB®)

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

008974 HOSP LAB TCHN 3

Job Category

Allied Health

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees – Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Shift

Days, Evenings, Rotating, Weekends, Variable

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday; Weekends; Variable