Ophthalmic Scribe
Florida Vision Institute
- Lutherville, MD
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Make introductions and establish rapport with patients
- Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines
- Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the physician, and other procedures
- Communicates with patients regarding follow up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, signs and symptoms, surgery schedules
- Maintains and cleans all ophthalmic equipment being used
- Ability to document and apply correct ICD-10 and CPT Codes
- Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with strong attention to detail.
- Effectively navigate NextGen software or applicable EHR
- Complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full documentation in patient chart
- Educate patients regarding administration of medications
- Check temperature of medical refrigerator daily
- Maintain and conduct inventory of medications and supplies
- Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment
- Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing
- Inspect instruments periodically for damage, send for repair, and request a replacement, as necessary
- Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner and as per office procedures, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charge wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers
- Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines
- Prioritize building and maintaining a positive relationship with doctors and clinical colleagues
- Executes duties of position in a professional and courteous manner
- Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner
- Perform other tasks and duties as assigned
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, staff, managers, and doctors.
- Basic computer literacy required.
- Highly energetic with a positive attitude.
- Must be willing to travel to other offices occasionally to meet the demands of business.
- Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours.
- Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting.
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred
- Certified Ophthalmic Scribe (OSC) preferred/Ability to obtain certification within one year of employment
- Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred
- Two years as medical scribe preferred
- Knowledge of ophthalmology billing/coding strongly preferred
- NextGen or applicable HER experience preferred
- Benefits to full time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short and long term disability
- Company paid life insurance
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off
- Paid parking where applicable
- Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
- Clear career ladder opportunities