What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Scribe position at Clemson Eye?
**$1,500 Sign-On Bonus - Paid out in 3 installments at 3, 6, and 12 months** Must have 1 year of experience
Clemson Eye, an affiliate of Eye Health America, is a growing, multi-specialty ophthalmology practice. Our focus is on excellence in patient care and creating an exceptional customer/patient experience. We are always seeking great people who aren't just searching for a job but looking to make a difference.
We are seeking an Ophthalmic Scribe who will be responsible for providing accurate documentation and summarization of the ocular examination and recommendations while maintaining patient flow and communication regarding appointment status. *Overtime may be required. Must be willing to travel to our Halton, Easley and Seneca locations. Monday - Wednesday.
Job Responsibilities:
- Correctly summarizes and documents what the physician verbalizes during an examination, including but not limited to: proper charting of the examination, documenting additions to the chief complaint, assessment, and recommendations for treatment (including justification of decisions reached when appropriate).
- Observes the patient and the physician and assists when appropriate during the exam.
- Maintains an awareness of the patient’s verbal and non-verbal communication when the physician is providing instructions as it may be necessary for the scribe to repeat information, provide written instructions, and/or hand outpatient education materials for the patient to review at home.
- When appropriate, and as directed by the physician, completes the superbill, or enters billing orders, and/or the check-out form, providing direction to the patient prior to following the physician to the next patient.
- Becomes fluent in the exact requirements of each examination.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid and active Driver’s License.
- Two years of work experience and/or Ophthalmic Assistant Certification preferred.
