Medical Scribe

Mneye; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday Pay

401K

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity

Critical Illness Insurance

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Dependent Care

Adoption & Surrogate Support

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Minnesota Eye Consultants is seeking a Medical Scribe for the Bloomington clinic to support ophthalmology/optometry providers by documenting patient exams in the EHR and aiding with scheduling and patient flow.

The ideal candidate has EHR experience, basic computer skills, and an interest in pursuing a career in medicine. Position involves travel to other MEC clinics as needed and a Monday–Friday schedule with one Saturday per month.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with EHR systems and ophthalmology/optometry preferred.
• Typing/keyboard skills and basic computer knowledge are necessary.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• 1-2 years of related medical office experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Document patient exams in EHR, including notes, orders and prescriptions.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating return visits and procedures.
• Provide patient education and counseling as needed.
• Print and dispense glasses or contact lens prescriptions as directed.
• Ensure chart accuracy and ICD-10 compliance.

Skills

EHR experience

Ophthalmology/Optometry knowledge

Typing/Keyboarding

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Minnesota Eye Consultants is proudly part of the Unifeye Vision Partners family. If you don’t see the right fit here, you can explore additional open roles across our partner practices within the UVP network.

Minnesota Eye Consultants(MEC)is one of the premiere eye care practices in the nation.Webelieve inOne Team, All In.The culture at MEC is one of excellence and teamwork. We are passionate about patient care and dedicated to improving quality of life through life-changing vision procedures and treatments.

MN Eye Consultants is currently hiring for afull-time (1.0 FTE) a Medical Scribe in our Bloomington clinic.

Position Summary:

The Scribe assists the Doctors of Ophthalmology and/or Optometry with documentation of the patient exam into the patient’s electronic health record (EHR). The Scribe will also assist with facilitation of surgery and procedure scheduling and scheduling of return appointments as directed by the provider. Partners with other clinic staff to facilitate efficient clinic flow and ensure quality patient care. Starting pay is $18.50-21.00/hour.

Location and Schedule:

This position is based in our Bloomington clinic but will be required to travel with the Physician and Physician Practice Coordinator to other MEC clinics (Woodbury, Minnetonka and Blaine) as needed based on the Physician’s schedule. This position works Monday-Friday with hours varying between 7:00am – 5:00pm with one Saturday morning per month.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Document patient exam in EHR, scribing all elements of the patient exam including contact lens template, procedure orders, e-prescribing medications and scheduling the return to clinic.
• Provide patient and family counseling/education as needed, including the creation of medication grids.
• Dispense medication and/or over the counter product samples as directed.
• Print and dispense glasses and/or contact lens prescriptions as directed.
• Review all chart notes and correspondence daily to ensure accuracy and completeness. Ensure chart documentation meets ICD-10 requirements.
• Obtain patient signature on consent documents for in lane procedures.
• Set up exam rooms per provider preference, keep exam rooms stocked and clean between patients; cleaned at end of each work day; assist in maintaining public spaces for professional appearance.
• Run EHR reports at end of clinic to ensure completion of patient documents.
• Partner with providers to prepare culture documents, ensure proper storage of specimens, contact lab for pickup and ensure specimen is in the lockbox for pick up.
• Attend trainings and stay current on requirements for Merit Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) measures, HIPAA compliance and Protected Health Information.
• Schedule return appointments and/or enter recalls in Electronic Practice Management (EPM) as ordered by the provider, including referrals to outside providers
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or experience required:

• High schedule diploma or equivalent.
• Great experience for future medical students
• Keyboarding and computer knowledge.
• Previous experience with EHR systems and ophthalmology/optometry experience preferred.
• 1-2 years related experience in a medical office or equivalent education preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Other Benefits: Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Life/AD&D, Disability, Commuter, Dependent Care, Adoption & Surrogate, Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts

About Us:

At MEC, our areas of expertise range from cataract surgery and premium lens implants, treatment of corneal disease and glaucoma, oculofacial and aesthetic services, to LASIK – laser vision correction. Our mission is to preserve, restore, and enhance vision through research, teaching, and providing the highest quality medical and surgical care to patients.

MN Eye Consultants and Northwest Eye Clinic are now sister companies under Unifeye Vision Partners!

To view employment opportunities at all of our locations go towww.unifeyejobs.com

Unifeye Vision Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Minnesota Eye Consultants is proud to offer patients convenient access to eye care across the Twin Cities. We have 5 locations, each with an onsite ambulatory surgery center (ASC).