Ophthalmic Scribe - Training provided! No weekends, paid local travel
About The Position
The Ophthalmic Scribe supports a Physician by increasing efficiency and productivity, allowing the Physician to focus on patient care. The role is based in Suffolk, Virginia, and requires travel to offices in Norfolk, Hampton, and Virginia Beach; mileage is paid. The Scribe documents medical visits and procedures as they occur, manages patient records in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system, and supports accurate procedure and diagnosis coding. The position also helps maintain clinic flow by anticipating Physician needs, opening and closing exam rooms, assisting with testing, and keeping rooms filled. Training is provided.
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 using EMR systems and ability to record information accurately.
- Good typing, spelling, grammar, and oral communication skills.
- Ability to coordinate and cooperate with multiple members of the health care team.
- Organizational skills, including tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
- Comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information.
- Provide excellent patient care and demonstrate energy and empathy with patients.
- Maintain positive rapport with fellow employees and cooperate with supervisory staff and Physicians.
- Demonstrate 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.
- Ability to travel between offices.
- Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds; strong fine motor skills and full use of hands; and visual and auditory acuity.
Nice To Haves
- Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as performed by the Physician.
- Operate and manage patients’ records in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
- Use a 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.
- 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 so as not to distract medical staff from patient care.
- Travel between offices as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Full benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with employer matching.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid maternity leave.
- Optical education reimbursement.
- Paid mileage for local travel.
- Competitive base pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
