Ophthalmic Scribe

ReFocus Eye Health • Providence, RI

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About The Position

Join Our Team as a Vital Ophthalmic Scribe!

Up to 40 hours per week
$1000 Sign on Bonus
Monday Through Friday

Why Join ReFocus?
Career Development & Growth Opportunities: At ReFocus, we are committed to helping you build a long-term career in ophthalmology—whether you’re an experienced technician or brand new to the field.
Certification Support & Reimbursement: We fully support your professional development and will reimburse the cost of approved ophthalmic certifications, including COA, COT, and COMT. We also provide study resources, mentorship, and paid time for testing when applicable.
Clear Career Pathways: ReFocus offers multiple career paths so you can shape a future that matches your interests and strengths. Technicians can advance within the Clinical Tech track or explore roles across other job families.
Our established multi-specialty Ophthalmology group is seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Ophthalmic Scribe to join our growing team. You'll play a crucial role in enhancing efficiency of physicians by accurately documenting patient encounters in real-time.

Your Impact:
Real-Time Documentation: Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits as they occur, directly into the EMR system.
Physician Collaboration: Work closely with physicians to complete and submit accurate medical records.
Patient Interaction & Screening: Perform basic ocular screenings and gather patient history.
Efficient Patient Flow: Assist in maintaining a smooth and efficient patient flow throughout the clinic.
Patient Education: Review and explain physician instructions with patients.
Clinical & Administrative Support: Perform clinical and administrative tasks as directed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a medical setting, preferably ophthalmology.
• Excellent data entry and typing skills.
• Proficiency with EMR systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Medical Scribe.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic medical terminology, anatomy, and pathologies.
• Familiarity with common ophthalmic medications and equipment.
• Experience with visual acuity measurement and applanation tonometry.
• Knowledge of medical office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits as they occur, directly into the EMR system.
• Work closely with physicians to complete and submit accurate medical records.
• Perform basic ocular screenings and gather patient history.
• Assist in maintaining a smooth and efficient patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Review and explain physician instructions with patients.
• Perform clinical and administrative tasks as directed.

Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) with matching.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Generous paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED