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

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities•Royal Oak, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Scribe / Technician performs preliminary patient workups in an ophthalmology clinic, documents physician encounters, and may directly assist physicians during examinations and treatments. The position includes patient history-taking, vision and eye measurements, basic testing, room and procedure preparation, and patient education. The role requires accurate documentation and coding in electronic medical records, strong customer service, and keeping assigned rooms and supplies ready for use. Duties may vary by location and may include clerical tasks, work in other departments, and travel to other locations as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Skilled in ophthalmic terminology; able to type accurately and quickly and use an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
Strong attention to detail and expert keyboarding skills for scribing.
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 skills to work effectively with others and provide superior patient customer service.
Proficient keyboarding skills and ability to use an EMR and image management system.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; able to use instant messaging systems.
Able to meet the role’s physical requirements, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 lbs, and frequent walking, sitting, and standing.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Function as a scribe using 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 Office Coordinator or Physician, as appropriate.
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, enter computerized orders under physician direction and in accordance with regulatory and professional 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 and ensure accurate procedure coding, charges, drug entries, and diagnosis codes.
Keep examination, treatment, laser, and other assigned rooms clean and stocked; maintain current drug counts.
Provide consistent, excellent customer service and, when needed, obtain patient consent for treatment and procedures.
Perform OCT accurately and efficiently and assist the physician with treatments when needed.
Assist with patient transfers as necessary.
Travel to other locations as assigned and perform other assigned duties, potentially including work in other departments or clerical functions such as filing, keyboarding, scheduling, cleaning, and stocking.