Description

Ophthalmic Scribe/Technician

Moyes Eye Center is a fast-paced growing surgical practice that is dedicated in providing exceptional service. We are a team that strives for excellence in serving our patients, our colleagues and each other. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practice and take pride in being a member of our team. We are currently hiring for Ophthalmic Technicians to join our ever-growing team of professionals who share our focus of great patient care! Experienced Ophthalmic Technicians are preferred.

Requirements

Preparing patients for their exams with the physician
Checks condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
Records medical history, current medications, and confirms purpose of visit
Records all data in the patient's electronic medical record
Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
Triage phone calls from patients with concerns
Once trained, required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including but not limited to; visual fields, OCT, Fundus Camera, Pentacam, IOL master, auto refractor and Specular Microscopy
Scribes assist physician during patient exam by transcribing comprehensive notes relating to patients history, personal information, medical condition, physician’s assessment, diagnostic findings, lab and test results, consultations with other providers, presence of condition, etc.
Document all procedures performed by the physician.
List all proper diagnosis and symptoms as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions as instructed by the physician.
Update medication module.
Ensure all results and outside documentation are in EHR.
Ensure exam notes and other documentation in EHR are clear, accurate and complete.
Follow up to implement the physician’s instructions for patient care/treatment, i.e. start the surgery template; task and transfer relevant information to the surgery scheduler; task medical records to schedule special tests; electronically send prescriptions.
Print and provide paper prescriptions
Ensure work area and exam rooms are clean, orderly, stocked and properly prepped for each patient.
Prepare appropriate equipment for each exam.
Assist with exams and procedures as instructed
Complete referrals to outside providers
Assist the technicians to ensure the patient flow is efficient.
Walk the patient to the front desk to make a follow up appointment.
Effectively communicate with patients, coworkers and doctors; share information appropriately and complete the communication circle with follow-up as needed; communicate in a positive, upbeat manner while refraining from complaining, gossiping, or engaging in conversations of a negative tone.
Perform work in compliance with company policy, department procedures and regulatory requirements, including HIPPA and OSHA.
Other duties which may be necessary or desirable to serve the patient and support the success of the department or the company overall.
Will be expected to travel to satellite clinics and other locations as needed.