Clinical Scribe I

Midwest Vision Partners; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Uniform reimbursement

Job summary

Midwest Vision Partners in Kent, Ohio is seeking an Ophthalmic Scribe to assist physicians with patient care. In this part-time position, you will document patient encounters, perform eye tests, and provide chair-side assistance during procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and efficient computer skills. A robust benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k) with matching is offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive a motor vehicle.
• Experience as a Medical Scribe is preferred.
• Entry Level: typically has 0–3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician in dictating patient charts.
• Bring patients to and from exam rooms.
• Document patient work ups and physician comments.
• Administer treatment as allowed by the physician.
• Maintain patient confidentiality following HIPAA regulations.

Skills

Efficient computer skills

Ability to type 40+ words per minute

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

As an Ophthalmic Scribe you will work alongside the physician dictating into the patient’s chart and assist with minor in-office procedures.

Part Time Schedule

• Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday each week.
• Will need to travel between Kent, Stow, and Fairlawn offices.
• Average 24 – 29 hours a week.

What you will be doing

• Bring patients to and from exam rooms.
• Perform detailed documentation of patient work ups and OD/MD comments in the electronic medical record.
• Complete patient encounter form based on determined diagnosis.
• Apply drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes.
• Provide chair‑side physician assistance and administer treatment as allowed and ordered by the physician.
• Review care instructions with patients.
• Complete a detailed patient history including past medical history, family medical history, and chief complaint.
• Check patient’s visual acuity which includes far acuity, near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception.
• Examine eyes for abnormalities.
• Perform other tests and measurements including A-scans, B-scans, fundus photography, corneal topography, HRTII and pachymetry.
• Measure intraocular pressure of eyes (glaucoma test).
• Read patient’s eyeglass prescription with automated lensometry.
• Prep exam rooms for treatment.
• Maintain patient confidentiality following HIPAA regulations.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms & ocular medications.
• Stay current with the latest technologies and medications and be able to answer general patient questions.

What you know (Required)

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a motor vehicle.
• Efficient computer skills and ability to type 40+ words per minute.

Desired

• Experience working as a Medical Scribe.
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Entry Level: typical has 0–3 years of experience.

What you will receive

• Competitive wages.
• Robust benefit package including medical, dental, life and disability (short‑ and long‑term) insurance.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) program.
• Seven (7) company paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Uniform reimbursement.
• An organization focused on People, Passion, Purpose and Progress.
• Inspirational culture.