Ophthalmic Tech/Medical Scribe

Surgery Partners, Inc•Sandy Springs, GA

About The Position

The Medical Scribe accompanies a physician into the patient examination room in order to transcribe a history and physical exam, and document accurately the physician's encounter with the patient. Lists all proper diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow up instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the physician. Transcribes patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, medications, etc. Documents any procedures performed by the physician. Strong Medical terminology is a must and recognition of physical exam process and ability to record exam details.

Requirements

Strong Medical terminology is a must
Recognition of physical exam process and ability to record exam details
Dilation
Refraction
Pressures
Performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
Working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
Practice urgency at all times with patient's time, as well as doctor's time and schedule
Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
Verify patient information by interviewing patient
Recording medical history, current medications and confirming purpose of visit
Records all data in the patient's electronic medical record
Checks condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager