Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare·Institute, Wisconsin
The role involves performing highly skilled duties associated with operating specialized equipment to aid physicians in the examination and treatment of eye diseases. Key tasks include measuring visual acuity, performing sensory and color vision testing, recording patient history, assisting in minor outpatient surgeries, and operating/maintaining ophthalmic imaging equipment.
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We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
The Ophthalmic Imaging Tech performs diagnostic imaging examinations using specialized equipment to locate, evaluate, and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data to aid Ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating eye disorders. They photograph medical phenomena to document diseases, surgeries, treatments, and congenital conditions. Specific responsibilities include performing Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) to ensure diagnostic quality, capturing color fundus photography and fundus autofluorescence images, assisting with fluorescein angiography per policy, and taking slit lamp, anterior segment, external, adnexal, and orbital photographs.
Administrative duties involve proofing, appropriate Photoshop image manipulation, indexing, and uploading images into patient charts. They utilize image enhancement tools appropriately while maintaining image integrity, managing digital storage, handling file formats, and ensuring security and retention standards. Additionally, the technician provides on-demand imaging services in the OR for surgeons, assists providers with research projects by offering imaging expertise, orders supplies as needed, maintains equipment in optimal operating condition, and performs other duties as assigned. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.
A Brief Overview Responsible for a variety of highly skilled duties associated with the operation of specialized equipment to assist physicians in the examination and treatment of diseases of the eye. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
What you will do
Measures visual acuity at distance and near as appropriate for age, and document accurately. Performs sensory testing, color vision testing.
Obtains and records accurate patient/family chief complaint, medical, ocular, family history, medications, allergies.
Assists in minor outpatient surgical procedures.
Operates imaging equipment and other ophthalmic equipment and performs routine instrument maintenance, appropriate clean and stock ophthalmic examination rooms with supplies.
Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.
A High School Diploma or Equivalent is required, along with 1 to 3 years of experience in ophthalmic imaging. Candidates must possess strong communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills, along with knowledge of medical office practices and terminology.
Market context
Physician openings in Wisconsin are often driven by ongoing primary care needs, especially in family medicine and community-based settings. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for an MD or DO, a valid Wisconsin license, board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine, and prior primary care experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and highlight relevant outpatient or primary care experience before applying.