Retinal Camera Operator – Eye Exam Specialist, Ophthalmology

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama.

📋 Description

• Conduct scheduled diabetic eye examinations and retinal screenings for members at healthcare provider locations.

• Travel to healthcare provider facilities and patients' homes for scheduled eye examination appointments.

• Operate the retinal imaging equipment provided by the company.

• Assist in addressing eye examination and related quality gaps.

• Complete the company’s training on retinal imaging equipment and eye examination procedures prior to performing exams independently.

• Maintain proficiency through ongoing training as necessary.

• Oversee a daily schedule of eye examination appointments.

• Confirm appointments with healthcare providers and patients in advance.

• Organize travel arrangements.

• Foster and sustain relationships with colleagues, customers, providers, payers, and care teams.

• Engage virtually with team members and stakeholders during non-appointment days.

• Perform duties related to quality improvement, reporting, patient outreach, and customer success.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a resident of the Birmingham, AL area.

• Willingness and capability to travel daily, up to 100%, to healthcare provider locations.

• No prior experience in eye examinations or imaging is required; comprehensive training and equipment will be provided.

• Possess a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.

• Hold an associate degree or higher in a related field.

• Have a minimum of 1–3 years of experience in a healthcare environment.

• Familiarity with medical terminology, quality measures, medical billing, or coding is advantageous.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams, and various healthcare-related systems or applications.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.

• Capability to meet strict deadlines.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with management, colleagues, customers, providers, payers, and care teams.

• Capacity to work independently in a remote setting.

• An internet connection with a minimum speed of 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload is required.

• Certification or licensure as a healthcare professional, such as CMA or LPN, is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Travel time is compensated.

• Mileage reimbursement in accordance with IRS guidelines.

• Company-provided retinal imaging equipment along with complete training.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.

• 401(k) plan featuring a 3% employer match to the employee’s 6% contribution.

• Life and Disability insurance coverage.

• Options for voluntary life insurance.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Paid time off plans are available.

• Paid parental leave offered.

• Resources for learning and development provided.

• Necessary work equipment supplied at no cost.

• Flexibility for fully remote work.