Medical Scribe (Ophthalmology) - Training Provided, Full-Time, Year Round

Associated Retinal Consultants•Traverse City, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Associated Retinal Consultants is hiring an Ophthalmic Scribe / Technician in its Ophthalmology department in Traverse City, Michigan. The role performs preliminary ophthalmic patient work-ups in a clinic, documents physician encounters, and may directly assist physicians during examinations and patient treatments. Training is provided for certain clinical procedures. The position also includes customer service and may involve clerical tasks, work in other departments, and travel to other locations as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Skill in ophthalmic terminology.
Accurate, fast typing and strong keyboarding skills.
Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and image management systems.
Strong attention to detail and expert scribe keyboarding skills.
Ability to understand and correctly spell medical terminology and numbers expressed as percentages.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to provide superior patient customer service.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 pounds.
Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands.

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.
Experience using instant messaging systems.

Responsibilities

Scribe for physicians using retina-specific ophthalmology terminology.
Prepare patients and rooms for treatments and minor procedures.
Obtain and document patients’ medical and ophthalmic histories, including medications, allergies, and family history of eye problems.
Identify potential patient concerns and refer them to the Office Coordinator or Physician as appropriate.
Measure and record distance, near, and pinhole visual acuity; perform preliminary refraction using objective equipment.
Measure intraocular pressure using applanation tonometry, pneumatonometry, and/or a tonopen; assess pupillary responses 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 (OSC); after certification, enter computerized orders under the Physician’s direction and in accordance with applicable guidelines.
Instill eye drops as directed by the Physician and assist with applying dressings, shields, and eye patches.
Use the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system to enter procedure and diagnosis codes and help ensure accurate coding and charges for procedures and drugs.
Keep examination, treatment, laser, and other assigned rooms clean and stocked; maintain drug counts.
Provide consistent, excellent customer service.
Obtain consent for treatment and procedures when required.
Perform OCT imaging 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, potentially including work in other departments and clerical functions such as filing, keyboarding, scheduling, cleaning, and stocking.