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Description:At *Heart of America Eye Care*, we have an amazing job opportunity for an *Ophthalmic Medical Scribe**. *The primary goal is to increase the efficiency and productivity of the physician in the clinic setting. As a scribe, you must be able to anticipate physician needs, communicate clearly to patients and staff members, and effectively multi-task in order to facilitate clinic flow. Candidate should have previous Medical Scribe experience, preferably in the Ophthalmology field.
*This is a Monday - Friday, day-shift position. No Weekends and No Holidays!*
*We understand the importance of work-life balance and want our team members to thrive personally and professionally. In addition to a rewarding career, we offer a comprehensive wellness package that includes exciting benefits such as:*
* Excellent health insurance benefits to include counseling and support services
* Generous 401k matching program
* Paid time off
* Paid holidays
* Employee Perk Package
* and more...
Some duties our Medical Scribe will be responsible:
* Consistently performs proper documentation of case history, confrontation visual fields, pupil evaluation, screening extra-ocular muscle function, visual acuity, assessment of angle depth, instillation of diagnostic pharmaceutical agents, amsler grid and other functions as directed by the clinical physician
* Accurately and thoroughly document ophthalmic exams and procedures as they are being performed by the physician.
* List all appropriate diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions as directed by the physician
* Provide patients and/or family members with instructions for self-care and follow-up as directed by the physician
* Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays
* Obtains eyeglass prescriptions via lensometer
* Performs patient testing accurately and effectively as directed by the clinical provider(s) i.e. Slit Lamp Exam, PAMS, Visual Fields, Color Test, Tonometry, OCT s, Fundus Photos, etc.
* If assigned to a retina specialist assists retina physician(s) with intraocular injections as needed
* Effectively communicates physician instructions to patients and documents accordingly
* Assists the physician with pharmacy calls, patient calls, etc.
* Ensures the scheduling template is being followed correctly
* Ensures all patient lanes are clean and well-stocked at the end of each day
* Ensures all equipment is turned off and covered properly at the end of the day
* Completes tech station duties daily
* Call in Rx s Only certified ophthalmic techs can ERx. The exception is the tech can ERx if scribing for a doctor and the script is done under the doctor s name
* Always exhibits a professional demeanor with a positive enthusiastic attitude when representing the practice
* Maintains certification, where applicable, and continues to improve skills. Must attend in-service and webinar training seminars as directed by the Clinical Manager
Requirements:Education and Experience:
* High school diploma or GED required
* Bachelor s degree or Associate Degree in a related field highly preferred
* Two years of ophthalmology scribe or technician experience preferred
* Must complete the home study ophthalmic program within six months of employment
* JCAHPO COA Certification required within 18 months of employment
* Prefer COT Certification
*ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES*
* Must have proficient computer skills
* Must be able to problem solve
* Must have excellent communication skills, proper grammar and writing capability
* Must be team-oriented
* Must be self-directed, highly motivated, able to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
* Must be able to handle multiple projects at one time accurately and efficiently
* Must have exceptional interpersonal skills
* Must possess a caring, patient, and friendly attitude
* Must have complete knowledge of all forms (paper & electronic) that are used in the practice
* Must understand the anatomy & physiology of the eye
* Strong hospitality and communication skills
*If you are seeking new adventures in patient care and have a passion for going above and beyond to ensure all our patients are given the best patient experience, then we want to hear from you... Apply Now!*
*#INDCLINICAL*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends