Ophthalmic Scribe
About The Position
We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Ophthalmic Scribe to join our team! In this role, you’ll work closely with our ophthalmologists during patient visits, helping capture accurate documentation in real time so providers can stay focused on what matters most—delivering great patient care. If you enjoy a fast-paced healthcare environment and are interested in learning more about eye care, this could be a great opportunity for you. This position works with the ophthalmologist to provide an efficient patient care environment that enhances both patient and provider satisfaction by providing clerical assistance. A medical scribe assists the physician with a variety of tasks; performing documentation in the EHR, gathering information for the patient's visit, and partnering with the provider to deliver the pinnacle of efficient patient care.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Medical terminology and/or anatomy and physiology course completion or equivalent experience
- Current BLS certification, or completion of certification course within 6 months of date of hire
- Must be able to type and code all information into the medical records system
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of patients and employee information
- Ability to comprehend multiple verbal instructions given
- Ability to work and participate in a team environment
- Availability for a variety of shifts that add up to 32-40 hours a week, Monday – Friday
Nice To Haves
- Healthcare experience preferred, but not required
- Experience or interest in learning ophthalmic scribing and testing
- Interest in pursuing the medical field as a preferred career.
Responsibilities
- Be present for patient evaluations to efficiently create and edit the patient medical record based on the patient encounter
- Record patient subjective history and provider objective findings
- Document procedures performed by the provider(s)
- Perform other clerical tasks that optimize efficiency
- Accurately records all information in EMR system according to established standards and requirements
- Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medica records, completing diagnostic and procedure coding, and keeping patient information confidential.
- Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following established EMG policies and procedures
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to EMG’s Core Values: maintaining an Optimistic Stance, Embracing Change, engaging in Real Talk, Doing the Right Thing, being Authentic, balancing Head and Heart, and Stewardship.
- Keeps abreast of advances on ophthalmic care within subspecialty
- Participates in continuing education programs for professional development and meeting requirements for recertification
- Pursues new skills including skilled ophthalmic testing and ophthalmic scribe certification
- Participates in all required staff meetings and keeps abreast of all updated EMG policies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
