Benefits:
401(k)
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
Job description:
Job Overview
We are a growing retina office committed to providing exceptional care to our patients. We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal diseases and are seeking an ophthalmic scribe to join our dynamic and fast-paced team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and efficient individual who thrives in a high-stress environment while maintaining professionalism and accuracy.
Scribes assist our doctor with charting and documentation of eye exam findings and diagnoses in real time as the physician is performing their examination and assists with in office procedures, oversees clinic flow, provides patient education, obtains informed consents, and other applicable duties listed below. We are looking for someone who pays close attention to detail and is able to effectively multitask, manage time, and prioritize tasks. You will work closely with our medical team to ensure seamless patient care and timely documentation. The ideal candidate will be someone who excels under pressure, manages time effectively, and adapts quickly to changing situations.
Job Duties:
Accurately document exam findings and diagnoses in the electronic medical record during the physician’s examination, being sure all requirements are met
Document treatment plans and follow up instructions in the EMR using templates created by the physician
Handle multiple patients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality documentation
Educate patients on their instructions (whether it is postoperative, post-injection, or eye drop instructions) and answer patient questions when appropriate or defer to physician expertise if unable
Facilitate continuity of care by submitting (and following up on) outgoing referrals and creating letters to referring doctors and primary care providers
Advise technicians on triaging new patients with time sensitive diagnoses or established patients with new symptoms
Assist the front desk and technicians with clinical questions
Facilitate patient flow by effectively overseeing the technicians and ensuring that each technician is working up patients correctly and efficiently
Act as a proxy for the physician by answering questions from staff or patients based on existing treatment plans or diagnoses when the physician is not available. This does not include submitting new prescriptions, diagnosing patients, or making clinical/medical decisions without the knowledge or direction of the physician
Obtain written, informed, consent from patients for upcoming procedures when requested by the physician or prior to scheduled office tests/procedures
Review chart notes to confirm treatment plan, medication instructions, postoperative instructions, or other clinical findings in order to accurately answer questions or complete paperwork regarding a patient’s diagnosis and treatment
Stay updated with retina-related terminology, procedures, and medical advancements
Skills
Attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and documentation
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Proficiency in computer applications (e.g., EHR systems, Google docs/sheets, electronic data capture systems)
Ability to work a fast paced environment
OSHA and HIPAA compliant
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Experience with ophthalmic practices and diagnoses’ strongly encouraged
Experience with ophthalmic scribing is preferred, but OSC is not required
Familiarity with HIPAA practices.
Must be detail oriented, organized, and able to multitask
Must be patient care oriented
Job Type: Full-time ONLY
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $30.00 per hour (Pay range varies based on experience and educations such as LPN, CMA, COT, OSC ...)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Ophthalmology
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Overtime
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Ophthalmology: 1 year (Preferred)
Medical office: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Nampa, ID 83687: Relocate before starting work (Required)