Virtual Clinical Assistant

Prism Vision Group•Berkeley Heights, NJ

1d•Remote

About The Position

This job is for a remote Virtual Clinical Assistant with Prism Vision Group. The role of the scribe is to assist the physician with documentation of the patient's medical record. A scribe explains to the patient what the patient should expect from technician’s work up and from the physician. Scribes completes a detailed patient history which includes past medical history (systemic and ocular), family medical history (systemic and ocular), medication history (systemic and ocular) and the chief complaint (the reason for the visit). The scribe, under the direction of the physician, transcribes the impression and plan, results of tests, prescriptions, and orders. The scribe documents any procedures that may be performed by the physician or ophthalmic medical personnel. The scribe transcribes any consultations or discussions with family members. The scribe does not directly assist with patient care. Attends required staff and educational meetings as requested. Maintains strictest confidentiality.

Requirements

Electronic Health Records
History Taking
Ophthalmic Abbreviations
Ophthalmic Acronyms
Ophthalmic Anatomy
Ophthalmic Instruments
Ophthalmic Patient Services
Ophthalmic Pharmacology
Ophthalmic Supplemental Skills
Ophthalmic Terminology
Accuracy
Confidentiality
Prior Experience
Associates Degree minimum
Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician prior experience required
Demonstrated ability to assist providers with 4-6 patient encounters per hour.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Demonstrate energetic professional, empathetic demeanor to patients and coworkers.
Maintain certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred
1 year (2-3 years Preferred) relevant experience
Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician, with or without COA/COT: 1 year (preferred)

Responsibilities

Assist the physician with documentation of the patient's medical record.
Explain to the patient what the patient should expect from technician’s work up and from the physician.
Complete a detailed patient history which includes past medical history (systemic and ocular), family medical history (systemic and ocular), medication history (systemic and ocular) and the chief complaint (the reason for the visit).
Transcribe the impression and plan, results of tests, prescriptions, and orders, under the direction of the physician.
Document any procedures that may be performed by the physician or ophthalmic medical personnel.
Transcribe any consultations or discussions with family members.
Attend required staff and educational meetings as requested.
Maintain strictest confidentiality.
Perform screening and technical workups to support provider visit requirements including patient histories, preliminary examinations, and testing in order to facilitate patient flow of 4-6 patients per hour.
Perform histories, refraction, topography, keratometry, tonometry, pupil testing, visual field testing, OCT, fluorescein angiography, biometry A-Scan/ IOLMaster, fundus and optic nerve photography as well as pachymetry as needed.
Provide specialized and advanced testing support for provider visit requirements, prescribed practice patterns and other provider orders.
Perform EMR entry, notes, charting and assist as scribe for physician as required, as well as EMR documentation of all patient communications.
Communicate with patients regarding appointment scheduling, follow-up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, surgery scheduling, additional testing and any other matters as directed by Lead Technician or provider.
Present informed consent documentation and pre- and post-operative instructions.
Set up instrumentation and/or equipment for in-office minor surgery and laser procedures; assist with procedures, clean exam/treatment rooms, and sterilize instruments after use.