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Principal Ophthalmic Photographer - UI Health, Ophthalmology

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Sep 27, 2025
Principal Ophthalmic Photographer - UI Health, Ophthalmology Principal Ophthalmic Photographer - UI Health, Ophthalmology Hiring Department: SCB Ophthalmology Clinic Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1037252 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: 8:30AM - 5:00PM Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: On-Site Posting Close Date: September 29, 2025 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $31.68 - 61.67 / Annual Salary About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. The Principal Photographer, under the direct supervision of an Ophthalmologist, assists in direct and indirect patient care. The Principal Photographer performs a variety of highly skilled duties associated with the operation of specialized equipment to assist in the examination and diagnosis of eye diseases. Principal Photographers may supervise Ophthalmic Photographers. Duties & Responsibilities: Provides assistance in solving photographic problems encountered by other photographers and departmental staff. Imaging requirements include but are not limited to: Digital Fluorescein/ICG Angiography, Color Fundus Photography, Optical Coherence Tomography, Basic/Complex Echography, Retinal Thickness Analysis, Anterior Segment Slit-Lamp Biomicroscopy, External and O.R. Photography. Performs diagnostic and documentary ophthalmic photography on infants and children in the operating room and in various clinical settings. Using a portable fundus camera or a slit-lamp camera in an operating room, takes photographs of anesthetized patients with eye diseases. Adapts equipment for specialized instrumentation and for research purposes. Participates in preparation and presentation of specialized materials for conferences and training programs. Develops, conducts, and participates in formal supervisory in-service training programs for departmental personnel. Performs and understands both basic and complex screenings of ultrasound/echography. Obtains certification on requested research studies. Performs imaging review for research cases and uploads to applicable sites as requested by the physician or research parameters. Maintains equipment databases, calibrates machines as needed, and notifies imaging manager of any clinical engineering needs. Instructs lower-level ophthalmic personnel and physician trainees in the performance of relevant imaging modalities. Fulfills requests by Health Information Management/Medical Records for images. Downloads images to appropriate media and coordinates delivery to HIM department. Participates in Ophthalmic Photographers' training, supervision, and discipline. Performs the duties of the lower level of the series when necessary. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: Two years (24 months) of experience performing basic Ophthalmological imaging services. One year (12 months) of experience as an Ophthalmic Photographer. Preferred Qualifications: Current valid American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/17042?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. 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