Medical Scribe (Ophthalmology)

Description

At Heart of America Eye Care, we have an amazing job opportunity for an Ophthalmic Medical Scribe. The primary goal is to increase the efficiency and productivity of the physician in the clinic setting. As a scribe, you must be able to anticipate physician needs, communicate clearly to patients and staff members, and effectively multi-task in order to facilitate clinic flow. Candidate should have previous Medical Scribe experience, preferably in the Ophthalmology field.

 We understand the importance of work-life balance and want our team members to thrive personally and professionally. In addition to a rewarding career, we offer a comprehensive wellness package that includes exciting benefits such as:

• Excellent health insurance benefits to include counseling and support services
• Generous 401k matching program
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays 
• Employee Perk Package
• and more...

Some duties our Medical Scribe will be responsible:

• Consistently performs proper documentation of case history, confrontation visual fields, pupil evaluation, screening extra-ocular muscle function, visual acuity, assessment of angle depth, instillation of diagnostic pharmaceutical agents, amsler grid and other functions as directed by the clinical physician
• Accurately and thoroughly document ophthalmic exams and procedures as they are being performed by the physician.
• List all appropriate diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions as directed by the physician
• Provide patients and/or family members with instructions for self-care and follow-up as directed by the physician
• Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays
• Obtains eyeglass prescriptions via lensometer
• Performs patient testing accurately and effectively as directed by the clinical provider(s) i.e. Slit Lamp Exam, PAMS, Visual Fields, Color Test, Tonometry, OCT’s, Fundus Photos, etc.
• If assigned to a retina specialist assists retina physician(s) with intraocular injections as needed
• Effectively communicates physician instructions to patients and documents accordingly
• Assists the physician with pharmacy calls, patient calls, etc.
• Ensures the scheduling template is being followed correctly
• Ensures all patient lanes are clean and well-stocked at the end of each day
• Ensures all equipment is turned off and covered properly at the end of the day
• Completes tech station duties daily
• Call in Rx’s – Only certified ophthalmic techs can ERx. The exception is the tech can ERx if scribing for a doctor and the script is done under the doctor’s name
• Always exhibits a professional demeanor with a positive enthusiastic attitude when representing the practice
• Maintains certification, where applicable, and continues to improve skills. Must attend in-service and webinar training seminars as directed by the Clinical Manager

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree or Associate Degree in a related field highly preferred
• Two years of ophthalmology scribe or technician experience preferred
• Must complete the home study ophthalmic program within six months of employment
• JCAHPO COA Certification required within 18 months of employment
• Prefer COT Certification

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must have proficient computer skills
• Must be able to problem solve
• Must have excellent communication skills, proper grammar and writing capability
• Must be team-oriented
• Must be self-directed, highly motivated, able to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to handle multiple projects at one time accurately and efficiently
• Must have exceptional interpersonal skills
• Must possess a caring, patient, and friendly attitude
• Must have complete knowledge of all forms (paper & electronic) that are used in the practice
• Must understand the anatomy & physiology of the eye
• Strong hospitality and communication skills

If you are seeking new adventures in patient care and have a passion for going above and beyond to ensure all our patients are given the best patient experience, then we want to hear from you... Apply Now!

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