Diagnostic Tester
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Summary
Works in the clinical department of an eye care practice, performing ophthalmic diagnostic testing and imaging as ordered by eye care providers — including fundus, anterior segment and external photography plus computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging — while maintaining cameras, equipment, and patient imaging records.
POSITION: Diagnostic Tester
DEPARTMENT: Clinical
REPORTS TO: Clinical Director
JOB SUMMARY: This individual is responsible for documenting specific data through diagnostic testing and other imaging devices as requested by the ordering provider.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of ocular anatomy.
- Computer literacy.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong team orientation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs fundus, anterior segment and external photography as ordered by the eye care provider.
- Performs scanning computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging as ordered by the eye care provider.
- Maintains camera(s), related equipment and inventory of supplies.
- Maintains all patient-related records as they pertain to imaging systems.
- Maintains records of work performed.
- Obtains images for physician presentations as necessary.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
- Requires normal range of eyesight to perform necessary tasks involved with the photographing of images and developing of slides and film.
- Involves working in a small space in dimly lit, or dark room.