Medical Scribe, Ophthalmology - Must Be Local to St. Louis, MO!

EyeCare Partners LLC; Des Peres (MO); Vor Ort; USD 19.000 - 25.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Mileage reimbursement

Full benefits package

401k + employer matching

Paid PTO and holidays

Paid maternity leave

Competitive base pay

Zusammenfassung

Ophthalmology Associates in Des Peres, MO seeks an Ophthalmic Scribe to support physicians by documenting visits and procedures in real time and managing EMR records. The role emphasizes accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and efficient clinic flow in a fast-paced eye care setting. Responsibilities include coding assistance, patient data entry, room readiness, and travel to other St.

Louis metro offices as needed. Full benefits, 401k, PTO, and maternity leave are offered.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of related experience and/or training.
• Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) preferred but not required.
• Proficient in EMR and image management systems.
• Strong keyboarding and MS Office skills.
• HIPAA confidentiality and patient privacy adherence.

Aufgaben

• Document medical visits and procedures accurately as performed by the physician.
• Operate the EMR system for patient records.
• Input ICD-9 codes and ensure accurate billing details.
• Ensure correct procedure coding and diagnosis coding.
• Anticipate physician needs to facilitate clinic flow.
• Open/close exam rooms and assist with testing to maintain flow.
• Travel between offices as required.
• Maintain discretion and professionalism at all times.

Kenntnisse

Medical terminology

EMR proficiency

Typing skills

Communication

Organization

HIPAA compliance

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

1 year related experience

Tools

EMR software

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Jobbeschreibung

EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visitwww.eyecare-partners.com.

Job Title: Ophthalmic Scribe
Company: Ophthalmology Associates
Location: Des Peres, MO - this position is 100% on-site, and applicants must be local to St. Louis, MO
Travel: Travel to our other locations in the St. Louis metro area is required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement!

Hours:

• Full Time
• Our offices are open on Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
  • You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed
• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Competitive Base Pay

SUMMARY

The primary goal of a Scribe is to increase the efficiency and productivity of the Physician they are working for. This employee allows the Doctor to focus on what is most important, the patient.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician.
• Responsible for the operation of the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) of patients.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of examination and procedure codes (ICD-9 codes) when inputting into the EMR system.
• Ensure that accurate procedure coding/charges for all procedures/drugs for all patients and correct diagnosis codes are used.
• Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic.
• Open and close exam rooms as needed.
• Help with testing and keep rooms filled to maintain flow of the clinic.
• Must be discreet, tactful, and modest in performance of the duties so as not to distract medical staff from patient care.
• Good judgment, organization ability, attention to detail, and ability to be self-motivated are especially important.
• Must be willing to travel between offices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of medical terminology and accepted abbreviations.
• Efficient in using EMR and ability to accurately record information.
• Good typing, spelling, grammar and oral communication skills.
• Communication skills and the ability to coordinate and cooperate with multiple members of the health care team.
• Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
• Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information.
• Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients.
• Consistently displays positive rapport with fellow employees.
• Cooperates with supervisory staff and Physicians.
• Demonstrates flexibility in job assignment.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

• Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) certification is preferred, but not required

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

• Requires proficient keyboarding skills, use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and image management system.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a varietyphysicalactivities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25-50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus is required100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

If you need assistance with this application, please contact [phone]. Please do not contact the office directly - only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered foremploymentwithout attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.