Medical Scribe - Optometry Clinic

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Starting wage based on previous experience


• 6.5 paid holidays per year + 2 Floating holidays


• Approximately 10 days of PTO within first year


• Full slate of benefits to include health, dental, vision, and 401k


• Growth and wage increase through company paid certification program

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• During the exam, accurately enter information into EHR as dictated by the doctor.


• Assist optometrist and ophthalmologist with patient procedures.


• Escort the patient to Optical and introduce to the Optician, reiterating the doctor’s recommendations.


• Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays.


• Prepare exam room by cleaning instruments and maintaining inventory of medications and supplies.


• Provide a safe, clean, organized and inviting environment for both patients and staff.


• Perform other duties and assume various responsibilities as determined by leadership.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school graduate or equivalent.


• Previous experience in optometry is preferred.

COMPETENCIES:

• Proficient in EHR, including exceptional keyboarding skills


• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills


• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills


• Quality of work reflects efficiency and accuracy


• Ability to obtain knowledge and skills on the job or through educational courses


• A strong commitment to helping people


• Polite, professional, and courteous


• Ability to lead, motivate and promote a team environment


• Proactive, adaptable, with the ability to work under pressure to accomplish projects and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT (per ADA guidelines):

• Physical Activity: Standing for sustained periods of time, Stooping, Grasping, Lifting, Talking, Hearing.


• Physical requirements: Light work. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs on a regular basis from floor to waist, 5 lbs from waist to shoulder, and 5 lbs from shoulder to overhead.


• The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.