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

Associated Retinal Consultants•St. Clair Shores, MI

17h

About The Position

Ophthalmic Scribe / Technicians perform preliminary patient work-ups in a clinic, document physician encounters, and may directly assist physicians with examinations and treatment. The role involves gathering medical and ophthalmic histories, conducting basic vision and eye measurements and tests, preparing patients and rooms for treatments or minor procedures, and supporting accurate documentation and coding in the electronic medical record. The employee is expected to provide excellent customer service, maintain clean and stocked clinical spaces, and may travel to other locations or assist in other departments as assigned. Some duties vary by location.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Skilled in ophthalmic terminology.
Accurate, fast typing and strong keyboarding skills.
Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) 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, including the ability to provide superior patient customer service.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to use instant messaging systems.
Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds; frequent walking; and constant use of fine motor skills, hands, and visual and auditory acuity.

Nice To Haves

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification.
Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC).

Responsibilities

Scribe for physicians, using knowledge of retina-specific ophthalmology terminology.
Prepare patients and rooms for treatments and minor procedures as directed by the physician.
Obtain patients’ past and current medical and ophthalmic histories, including medications, allergies, and family history of eye problems.
Identify potential patient concerns and bring them to the attention of the Office Coordinator or physician.
Measure and record distance and near visual acuity and pinhole acuity; 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 (OSC); after certification, complete computerized order entry under physician direction and applicable guidelines.
Instill eye drops as directed by the physician.
Assist with applying dressings, shields, and eye patches.
Use basic understanding of examination and procedure codes when entering information into the EMR.
Ensure accurate procedure coding and charges for procedures and drugs, and use correct diagnosis codes.
Keep examination, treatment, laser, and other assigned rooms clean and stocked; maintain up-to-date drug counts.
Provide consistent, excellent customer service.
Obtain patient consent for treatment and procedures when applicable.
Perform OCT on patients accurately and efficiently and assist physicians with treatments when needed.
Assist with patient transfers as necessary.
Travel to other locations as assigned.
Perform other assigned duties, potentially including assisting other departments and clerical tasks such as filing, keyboarding, scheduling, cleaning, and stocking.