Ophthalmic Scribe- Retina Specialist

Description

At Florida Eye Specialists, a Sight360 company, we believe sight is our most important sense. It is a priceless gift that goes far beyond how you see the world. Sight is how we move through life, enjoy its wonders and form the memories that define us. That is why we are dedicated to care for our patient’s sight every day.

We’ve assembled the most capable and credentialed multidisciplinary teams across every specialty of vision health – ophthalmology, optometry and optical retail services – to deliver a complete, 360-degree approach to vision care. One seamless patient experience. While we do share a single medical record that allows us to collaborate and coordinate care across all locations and providers, more importantly, we share a common belief and set of principles that guide us as we care for our patients.

COMPENSATION commensurate with experience. Candidates will be required to participate in an onsite skills assessment prior to offer being made.

 THIS IS AN IN CLINIC (ONSITE) POSITION. 

Requirements

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Perform and record results of basic ocular screening and patient history including Manual refractions, Lensometry, Tonometry, Visual Fields, OCTs, Amsler grids, Muscle Testing, Pupil Exams, Topography
• Assist in the efficient movement/flow of patients through sequence and evaluation.
• Medically assist the doctor through the patient examination.
• Scribe and document for the doctor.
• Prepare examination rooms to provide all needed medications, forms, consents and educational materials.
• Coordinate special testing needs with technicians and surgical needs with the surgical counselors.
• Create a sterile environment using sterile technique.
• Assist doctor with patient calls, pharmacy calls, etc; return all patient phone calls the same day received.
• Communicate all doctor instructions to patients and/or other doctors’ offices as directed; fax reports, letters, post op visits, etc., to referring doctors.
• Provide assistance to other clinic personnel as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by manager or designee

Working Conditions and Environmental/Physical Demands:

• Standing/walking 95% of the day to perform the essential job duties.
• Full body rotation (i.e., bending, stooping, twisting, etc.)
• Ability to lift at least 20lbs.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Ophthalmic Scribe reports to Technician Supervisor or designee
• No direct Reports

Position/Type/ Expected Hours of Work:

· This is a full-time position and core hours of work and days are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

· Potential for evening and weekend hours as required.

Travel:

· Travel to multiple locations is required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year experience working as an ophthalmic scribe
• Ability to navigate EHR software system
• Working knowledge of ophthalmic and medication terminology, equipment and CPT and ICD-10 coding
• Working knowledge of basic Ocular anatomy
• Certification preferred by not required
• Skills and Abilities:
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Proven quality experience as demonstrated through historical work/achievements
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
• Highly developed organizational  skills; comfortable working under time sensitive deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: Outlook, and Word

Skills and Abilities:

· Attention to detail and accuracy

· Proven quality experience as demonstrated through historical work/achievements

· Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills

· Highly developed organizational skills; comfortable working under time sensitive deadlines

· Ability to manage multiple priorities

· Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: Outlook, and Word

Benefits:

• Scrub Reimbursement Program
• Recognition Programs
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k and match
• Paid time off (PTO) AND 8 paid holidays