Job Description
Job Description
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Position: Retinal Imaging Technician
Duration: 03+ months contract with possibility of extension
Location MUST BE LOCAL TO: TAMPA market
Shift Timing: Generally 8am8 pm. OT available, as needed (1 hr lunch break)
Pay rate $23/Hr. on W2
MUST BE LOCAL TO: TAMPA market
Job Description:
As part of this responsibility, we are contracted by several Health Plans to provide Retinal Screenings for non-compliant Diabetic patients.
We are doctor-owned, patient-focused, and guided by a fundamental purpose to create a better healthcare delivery system where integration and collaboration drive better outcomes.
Scope and Purpose of Position:
• Capture images of the eyes of diabetic patients.
• Educate and set appropriate patient expectations regarding the purpose and screening process.
• Upload and transmit patient images and reports through an online portal during or immediately after each screening.
• Travel to screening locations, perform screening prep, and wrap-up duties as outlined.
• Collaborate with remote team members, management, and screening location staff.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude; work with members of staff on identifying process improvements; and perform other duties as assigned by management.
Responsibilities:
· Work with a variety of patients, mostly elderly.
· Coordinate patient flow with medical staff at a variety of offices.
· Discuss expectations and processes with patients.
· Capture retinal images, using an automatic digital camera.
· Upload and transmit images and reports through an online portal.
· Develop and maintain professional relationships.
· Focus attention on quality outcomes and meeting established goals.
· Requires daily use of considerable discretion, judgment, and independent problem-solving
· Reliable transportation to travel locally to screenings is a must.
· Willingness to travel to other Florida geographies overnight is desirable.
· 75% Travel within daily assigned geography
Required Skills:
· Minimum of 2 years working in a healthcare professional environment with customer or patient interaction.
· Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook knowledge; ability to learn company software systems.
· The ability to lift 30 pounds is required.
Preferred Skills:
· Minimum of 1 year medical or eye care experience (preferred,) or work history equivalent.
· Being bi-lingual (English / Spanish or English / Creole) is an asset.
Knowledge/Skills:
· Being bi-lingual (English / Spanish or English / Creole) is an asset.
· Ability to communicate with patients and staff professionally.
· Requires excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, and the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
· Must be prompt, organized, and have excellent time management capabilities.
· Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
· Appropriate business attire and professional appearance are required.
· Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook knowledge; ability to learn company software systems.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The ability to lift 30 pounds is required.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
· Employees must be comfortable working in a darkened room.
· Employees must be comfortable providing in-home screenings to patients in their residences.
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed and general areas of accountability. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all accountabilities, duties, and skills required of the job.
Work Location:
· 75% local/geographical travel multiple locations remote fieldwork
This Job Is:
· A job for which military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
· Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
· A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
· A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
· Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Education:
· Associate degree or work history equivalent.