Lead, Ophthalmic Scribe

Eye Health America LLC • Fort Myers, FL

34d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead Ophthalmic Scribe plays a pivotal role in leading the delivery of high-quality eye care services at our eye clinics or healthcare facilities by assisting physicians in their patients' eye examinations. This role involves preparing patients, conducting tests, operating equipment, educating patients, and meticulously documenting physician-patient interactions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid and Active Driver’s License.
• Scribe certification (preferably certified ophthalmic assistant).
• Proficiency in all aspects of ophthalmic care.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong supervisory aptitude.
• Extensive knowledge applicable to ophthalmic care.
• Comprehensive understanding of clinical processes.
• Proficiency in treatment modalities and patient communication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective team player.
• Ability to travel between clinic locations as needed.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be adaptable to frequent transitions between standing and sitting.
• May need to walk up and down stairs.
• Visual acuity for reading, writing, and typing information on screens and paper.
• Adequate hearing for understanding inquiries and conversations.
• Must be able to add support for elderly patients getting in and out of exam chairs.
• Lift, carry and push up to 30lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for eye examinations, collect medical histories, and explain procedures.
• Conduct visual acuity tests, tonometry measurements, refraction tests, and color vision assessments.
• Operate ophthalmic equipment to perform diagnostic tests, including visual field testing and imaging (e.g., fundus photography, OCT scans).
• Assist with contact lens fitting, insertion, removal, and patient education on proper use and care.
• Proficiently use and maintain ophthalmic instruments, such as slit lamp biomicroscopes and ophthalmoscopes.
• Educate patients about their eye conditions, prescribed treatments, and the proper use of eyeglasses, contact lenses, or medications.
• 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).
• Maintain accurate and organized patient records, including medical histories, test results, and treatment plans.
• Follow strict protocols for sterilizing equipment and maintaining a hygienic clinical environment.
• Provide support during ophthalmic procedures, surgeries, or laser treatments as directed by the physician.
• Ensure ophthalmic equipment is clean, calibrated and properly maintained.
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists, optometrists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• May be required to work in Lasik, retina, glaucoma departments.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance in accordance with company policies and departmental scheduling requirements.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, etc.
• Matching 401(k)
• Wellness Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Uniform Allowance
• Training/Advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED