Medical Scribe (Eyecare) - Full-Time, No Experience or Certifications Required

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities•St. Clair Shores, MI

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Scribe / Technician performs preliminary patient work-up in a clinic, documents physician encounters, and may directly assist physicians with examinations and patient treatment. The role includes obtaining patient histories, performing ophthalmic measurements and tests, preparing patients and rooms for procedures, maintaining accurate medical records and procedure coding, and providing customer service. Some responsibilities vary by location; additional duties may include clerical work, assisting other departments, and traveling to other locations as assigned. The position requires proficient use of electronic medical records, image management systems, Microsoft Office, and instant messaging systems. The role has substantial physical requirements, including frequent walking, sitting, and standing; regular bending, stooping, and reaching; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds; and continuous visual and auditory acuity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Skilled in ophthalmic terminology.
Ability to type accurately and quickly, with strong attention to detail and expert scribe keyboarding skills.
Knowledge of electronic medical records and proficient keyboarding skills.
Ability to understand and correctly spell medical terminology and numbers as percentages.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, and ability to provide superior patient customer service.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds, and required visual and auditory acuity.

Nice To Haves

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification.
Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Scribe for physicians using retina-specific ophthalmology terminology.
Prepare patients and rooms for treatments and minor procedures.
Obtain patients’ past and current medical and ophthalmic histories, including medications, allergies, and family history of eye problems.
Identify potential patient concerns and report them to the Office Coordinator or Physician as appropriate.
Measure and record distance, near, and pinhole visual acuity, and perform preliminary refraction using objective equipment.
Measure intraocular pressure using applanation tonometry, pneumatonometry, and/or a tonopen; check pupillary response and defects.
Perform basic visual field testing and provide patient education as directed by the Physician.
Measure and record vital signs as required.
Complete and maintain Ophthalmic Scribe Certification and, upon certification, enter computerized orders under Physician direction and applicable guidelines.
Instill eye drops as directed by the Physician and assist with applying dressings, shields, and eye patches.
Use basic knowledge of examination and procedure codes when entering information into the EMR.
Ensure accurate procedure and drug charges and correct diagnosis codes.
Clean and stock examination, treatment, laser, and other assigned rooms, and keep drug counts up to date.
Provide consistent, excellent customer service.
Obtain patient consent for treatment and procedures when needed.
Perform OCT scans accurately and efficiently and assist the Physician with treatments when needed.
Assist with patient transfers as necessary.
Travel to other locations as assigned.
Perform other assigned duties, which may include helping other departments or completing clerical tasks such as filing, keyboarding, scheduling, cleaning, and stocking.