Medical Scribe, Ophthalmology
About The Position
The Ophthalmic Scribe supports a Physician by documenting medical visits and procedures and operating patients’ electronic medical records (EMR), helping the Doctor focus on patient care and improving clinic efficiency and flow. The role is based on-site in Des Peres, Missouri, with travel to other St. Louis metro-area locations as needed; mileage is reimbursed. Offices are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the employee may occasionally need to work earlier or later. The position requires accurate documentation, appropriate procedure and diagnosis coding, and coordination with Physicians and other healthcare team members. The Scribe may assist with testing, prepare exam rooms, and help maintain patient flow. This role calls for discretion, good judgment, organization, attention to detail, flexibility, and an empathetic approach to patient care.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Working knowledge of medical terminology and accepted abbreviations.
- Proficiency with EMR systems and the ability to record information accurately.
- Good typing, spelling, grammar, and oral communication skills.
- Ability to coordinate and cooperate with multiple members of the healthcare team.
- Organizational skills focused on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
- Compliance with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information.
- Excellent patient care skills and an energetic, empathetic approach to patients.
- Positive rapport with fellow employees and cooperation with supervisory staff and Physicians.
- Flexibility in job assignments.
- Proficient keyboarding skills and ability to use an EMR and image management system.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Computer proficiency and ability to learn new applications quickly.
- Willingness to travel between offices.
- Ability to walk frequently, sit and stand regularly, bend, stoop, and reach, and lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 pounds.
- Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands; visual and auditory acuity, including color, depth, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as the Physician performs them.
- Operate and maintain patients’ records in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
- Apply a basic understanding of examination and procedure codes when entering information into the EMR.
- Ensure procedures and drugs are accurately coded and charged, and that correct diagnosis codes are used.
- Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate clinic flow.
- Open and close exam rooms as needed.
- Assist with testing and keep rooms filled to maintain clinic flow.
- Perform duties discreetly and tactfully without distracting medical staff from patient care.
- Travel between offices as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid maternity leave
- Eyecare certification reimbursement
- Competitive base pay
- Employee discounts
- Mileage reimbursement for travel to other locations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
