Clinic Assistant (Ophthalmology)

ExtensisHR•Flemington, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Paul Phillips Eye & Surgery Center is seeking a Clinic Assistant with ophthalmic experience and a strong understanding of ophthalmic terminology to support a busy cataract surgeon. The role has a close working relationship with the physician and involves presenting relevant clinical information during patient encounters, documenting exam findings and plans, coding exam notes, assisting with in-office procedures, and performing related administrative work. The position is primarily based in Flemington, New Jersey, with occasional work at the practice’s Clinton and Bridgewater locations. This is a full-time position with occasional evenings and rare Saturdays. The schedule must be flexible enough to stay until all patients have left the clinic. The practice offers a salary of $25.00 or more per hour, depending on experience, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Requirements

Experience in ophthalmology.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong understanding of medical terminology, especially ophthalmology.
Accurate record-keeping skills and attention to detail.
Professionalism, positivity, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
Strong time-management and organizational skills.
Prior electronic health record experience.
Desire to learn about medicine and ophthalmology and acquire new skills.
Schedule flexibility to stay until all patients have left the clinic and to occasionally work evenings and rare Saturdays.
Ability to travel occasionally to the Clinton or Bridgewater, New Jersey locations.

Nice To Haves

Ophthalmic technician experience.
Basic skills in ophthalmic patient workups; training may be provided to the right candidate.
Prior scribe experience.
COA or COT certification.
Experience with NextGen electronic health records; training on NextGen is available if needed.

Responsibilities

Summarize patients’ ophthalmic history and relevant exam findings for the physician using prior documentation in the electronic health record.
Accurately document patient visits and physician-patient interactions in the electronic health record.
Code examinations for billing and ensure timely submission to the billing office.
Assist the physician with in-office procedures, patient workups, and testing during clinic.
Create laboratory and imaging orders, obtain medical records, communicate with patients, complete disability paperwork, and obtain medication prior authorizations.
Collaborate with the physician to anticipate needs, ask questions, and clarify areas of confusion.
Maintain open and professional communication with patients, physicians, and coworkers.
Learn additional skills as needed.
Travel to and work at the Flemington, Bridgewater, and Clinton, New Jersey offices as needed.