Hiring Virtual Clinical Asst @PRISM Vision Group

vmysmartpros; India; On-site; INR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Wellness program

Learning & development

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

PRISM Vision Group is seeking a Retina Scribe to assist physicians with detailed documentation of patients' medical records and to explain to patients what to expect from technicians and physicians. You will complete a comprehensive patient history, transcribe impressions, plans, test results, and orders, and document procedures and consultations under supervision.

The role requires an associate degree (bachelors preferred) and 2–3 years of Retina Scribe experience, with ophthalmic

Qualifications

• Ophthalmic pre-exam workup and basic/advanced testing knowledge.
• Excellent eye anatomy and disease knowledge; ocular medications.
• Understand sterile technique and surgical/consent procedures.
• Familiar with EMR and practice management systems.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; patient-focused.
• Able to assist providers with 4–6 patient encounters per hour.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with documentation of patient records.
• Explain procedures and expectations to patients.
• Transcribe impressions, plans, test results, prescriptions and orders under physician direction.
• Document procedures performed by ophthalmic staff.
• Transcribe consultations and discussions with family members.
• Attend staff and educational meetings as requested.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Documentation accuracy

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Practice management systems

Job description

Role Description

The role of the scribe is to assist the physician with documentation of the patient's medical record.

Explain to the patient what to expect from technicians work up and from the physician

Complete a detailed patient history including:

• Past medical history (systemic and ocular)
• Family medical history (systemic and ocular)
• Medication history (systemic and ocular)
• Chief complaint (the reason for the visit)

Under the direction of the physician, transcribe:

• Impression and plan
• Results of tests
• Prescriptions and orders

Document any procedures performed by the physician or ophthalmic medical personnel

Transcribe any consultations or discussions with family members

Does not directly assist with patient care

Attend required staff and educational meetings as requested

Maintain strictest confidentiality

Qualifications

Associates Degree minimum / Bachelors Degree preferred.

2-3 years of Retina Scribe experience required.

1 year of Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician experience preferred.

Requirements

Prior experience in ophthalmic assistant/technician roles.

Screening and technical workups to support provider visit requirements including:

• Patient histories
• Preliminary examinations
• Testing to facilitate patient flow of 4-6 patients per hour
• Specialized and advanced testing support for provider visit requirements
• EMR entry, notes, charting, and assist as scribe for physician as required

Communication with patients regarding:

• Appointment scheduling
• Follow-up care
• Surgeries and procedures
• Changes in schedule
• Symptoms and additional testing

Presentation of informed consent documentation and pre- and post-operative instructions

Instrumentation set up and/or equipment for in-office minor surgery and laser procedures

Clean exam/treatment rooms and sterilize instruments after use

Knowledge

• Ophthalmic pre-exam workup and basic and advanced ophthalmic testing
• Thorough knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms, surgical procedures, and ocular medications
• Understanding and utilization of sterile technique and procedures
• Understanding and following procedures for surgical and procedural consents, pre- and post-operative instructions
• Knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) and practice management (EPM) systems
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to assist providers with 4-6 patient encounters per hour

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary, performance bonuses, and regular reviews
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; and wellness program
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) with company match
• Generous Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
• Learning & Development: Career growth programs
• Other Perks: Commuter benefits
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness plans
• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA
• Employee discounts and more

Company

PRISM Vision Group

Salary

Full-time.