Ophthalmic Echographer (Part Time) - Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami, FL

Part-time opportunity for an Ophthalmic Echographer 1 (OE1) at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

About the role

The Ophthalmic Echographer 1 (OE1) is competent in the theory, principles, and practice of eye care. The position documents in the EMR system and performs ocular diagnostic examinations using ultrasound echography instrumentation in compliance with department standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs ocular diagnostic examinations using ultrasonic echography instrumentation, documents procedures, and uploads images in the electronic medical record/PACS system.
• Provides patient-centric care.
• Adheres to University of Miami policies, standards, and values.
• Complies with regulations and maintains patient confidentiality.
• Maintains a professional appearance.
• Follows best practices of patient safety, hand hygiene, and infection control.
• Completes the University of Miami mandatory in-services and online training.
• Attends educational courses for ophthalmic personnel when assigned.
• Demonstrates high quality of work through accuracy, timeliness, professionalism, and thoroughness.
• Meets daily productivity goals.
• Performs organizational duties as assigned.
• Ensures all equipment is calibrated and instrumentation is in proper working order.
• Organizes and stocks rooms for daily clinical activities.
• Travels to satellite eye centers when necessary.
• Works evenings and weekends as needed.
• Participates in assigned clinical research and maintains required certifications.
• Performs diagnostic testing including but not limited to:
  • A-scan biometry and IOL Master
  • Contact/immersion A-Scan
  • High-resolution B-scan and standardized A-scan
  • Unsupervised, complex globe and orbital exams
  • Imaging & measuring extraocular muscles with B-scan and diagnostic A-scan
  • Keratometry

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• BLS certification from American Heart Association
• 1 year of experience in ophthalmic ultrasound

Skills

• Works well with patients of all age groups
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills
• Analyzes, organizes, prioritizes, and meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Completes assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Seeks out instruction in areas that require additional knowledge
• Works independently and in a collaborative environment
• Displays core knowledge of ocular anatomy, function, and motility
• Displays core competency and understanding of appropriate selection of ultrasound probes
• Fundamental understanding of standardized probe positioning and scan labeling
• Performs standardized ultrasound protocols
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental
• Tuition remission