Join Us in Preventing Blindness

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive retinal exams and interpret imaging results

• Deliver on-site laser treatment for conditions like proliferative diabetic retinopathy

• Mentor residents, fellows, and medical students in clinical procedures

• Ensure proper documentation and follow-up planning

• Collaborate with local providers to establish sustainable care pathways

• Assist in patient intake and retinal imaging

• Participate in laser treatments under supervision

• Document findings and manage patient records

• Educate patients about disease management and follow-up care

• Shadow retina specialists and receive training in diagnostic and procedural skills

• Conduct initial vision screening and patient history intake

• Operate portable retinal imaging devices

• Help organize patient flow and assist in exams

• Educate patients about retinal health and lifestyle risk factors

• Support referral coordination and follow-up tracking

• Register patients and collect relevant health history

• Measure visual acuity and other vital signs as needed

• Administer basic retinal screenings under supervision

• Prepare patients for imaging or clinical examination

• Track patient flow to optimize efficiency and minimize wait timesItem description

• Capture high-quality fundus photographs and OCT scans

• Maintain and troubleshoot imaging equipment

• Assist clinicians with patient positioning and imaging procedures

• Organize and label imaging data for follow-up and referrals

• Ensure equipment safety and sterilization protocolsItem description

• Manage equipment, supplies, and medications for each mission

• Organize transportation, accommodations, and schedules

• Oversee setup and breakdown of mobile clinics

• Support inventory tracking and documentation

• Liaise with local healthcare partners for logistical support

• Provide translation or interpretation services as needed

• Assist patients in understanding care instructions and follow-up

• Coordinate with local providers to strengthen referral networks

• Support patient education and awareness campaigns

• Advocate for patient needs during mission operations

• Enter patient data accurately into databases

• Assist in collecting outcomes data for reporting and publications

• Help track impact metrics and mission performance

• Support analysis of trends in retinal disease detection and treatment

• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with data regulations

• Conduct community workshops on diabetes and retinal disease prevention

• Develop educational materials in partnership with clinical staff

• Support public health campaigns during missions

• Engage with local schools, clinics, or organizations for outreach

• Collect feedback to improve educational initiatives