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Ocular Electrophysiology Tech (UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh) Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
University of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a full-time Ocular Electrophysiology Tech to support the Division of Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, and Adult Motility located at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. This position will work Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm (no weekends, holidays, or nights). This position may require travel to the Vision Institute as needed.
The Division of Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, and Adult Motility at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh is comprised of 3 clinic locations and one administrative space, all working as a team to provide the highest level of care to patients and families through clinical expertise, research initiatives, and strong administrative support.
The ideal candidate will have previous ophthalmology experience, experience working with children, team-oriented, Ophthalmic imaging experience, and Ophthalmic technician experience.
Purpose:
To assist the Ocular Electrophysiology Laboratory in providing a comprehensive range of Visual Electrophysiology diagnostic testing as directed by and following the instructions of the Director of Ocular Electrophysiology. Testing includes but is not limited to Electrophysiology (ERG, EOG, VEP) or Ultrasonography (Bscan, UBM, Doppler B Scan, Ascan) or OCT.
Responsibilities:
Develops and updates testing protocols.
Takes into account abnormal eye movements, head postures and the physical restraints of wheelchairs and beds in order to adapt visual electrophysiological techniques as necessary to suit the need of the child and ensure optimum, high quality results are maintained at all times. This includes dealing with distressing emotional situations, dealing with patients with a range of ophthalmologic, neurologic, genetic and metabolic conditions in whom cranial, facial or ocular wounds, tracheostomy, ventilation, IVs, NG tubes, etc., and posture constraints must be considered.
Performs the following electrophysiology tests, but not exclusively: Electroretinography (ERG); Electrooculography (EOG) and Visual Evoked Potential (VEP).
Trains new and current staff, medical residents and fellows on all equipment as well as new technologies as they become available for Electrophysiology. Assists the department in researching and cost comparing new equipment for capital budget purposes.
Orders and maintains all supplies necessary for operations in the Ocular Electrophysiology Laboratory. Works towards quality assurance while containing costs.
Prepares the patient for electrophysiology testing by applying surface and corneal electrodes, as necessary.
Must have a good working knowledge of ophthalmology and visual testing to assist physicians and respond to patient questions.
Coordinates the day-to-day interaction of Ocular Electrophysiology with other health care departments. Ensures that scheduling requests are dealt with promptly and that all necessary billing functions are carried out in a timely manner.
Ensures accurate logging and filing of data from the visual electrophysiology tests performed. Is responsible for its availability and integrity and follows all regulations relating to data confidentiality as outlined by HIPAA.
Participates in teaching organized by the Division of Pediatric Ophthalmology. Assists in the preparation of materials for teaching and/or research as requested by faculty and staff.
Explains and clearly communicates to parents/patients the purpose and performance of all tests to be done, ta…
Title: Ocular Electrophysiology Tech (UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh)
Company: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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