Ophthalmic Scribe

Vision Innovation Partners; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent comprehensive benefits

401(K)

Eye care discounts

Continuing education allowances

Career growth and development

PTO

Job summary

Vision Innovation Partners in Baltimore is seeking a detail-oriented Ophthalmic Scribe to support patient visits and streamline clinical workflows. You will document visits, prepare referral letters, and educate patients on tests and treatments. Prior ophthalmic scribe experience is preferred; healthcare background welcome; competitive pay and benefits offered.

Join a busy ophthalmology practice that values accuracy, patient care, and teamwork, with opportunities for growth and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail is essential in documenting visits and coding information accurately.
• Candidate should be highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information at all times.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions; work independently when needed.
• Apply exceptional communication skills to interact with patients and schedule appointments and surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Make introductions and establish rapport with patients, document chief complaints, history, and ocular findings accurately.
• Document medical visits and procedures as performed by the physician and other staff.
• Prepare referral letters and organize copies of relevant reports or tests, coordinating referrals as needed.
• Inform patients about the purpose and impact of tests, provide education on risks and benefits.
• Educate patients on medication administration and pre/post-operative instructions.
• Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Highly organized

Thrives in fast-paced environment

Confidentiality

Follow written and spoken instructions

Strong communication with patients

MS Office proficiency

Ophthalmic experience preferred

Scribe experience preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Vision Innovation Partners, we exist to protect and restore vision. Because Vision is our Mission, everyone at VIP focuses on providing great patient outcomes and experiences. A career at VIP provides opportunities for growth and development, and a culture centered on our Shared Values – PATIENTS.

Join Us! Our busy ophthalmology practice is looking for Medical Scribes. Joining our team as a Scribe will fast track your career goals! You will assist nationally known vision specialists by using advanced technology. Experience as an Ophthalmic Technician is a plus!

We are seeking a detail-oriented Ophthalmic Scribe with a healthcare background (such as a pharmacy technician, medical assistant, or similar clinical role) to support our patient visits and ensuring efficient clinical workflow. This role is ideal for candidates familiar with medical terminology, patient care, and fast-paced healthcare environments.

Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

• Make introductions and establish rapport with patients. Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines.
• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the physician, and other procedures and treatments performed by healthcare professionals, including nurses and physician assistants.
• Prepare referral letters as directed by the physician, via dictation or summary of the medical record; Ensure that letters are prepared to all physicians involved in a patient’s care, and with all copies of pertinent reports or tests attached. Research contact information for referring physicians, coordinate referrals, prepare operative reports, make phone calls, and other clerical tasks as assigned.
• Inform patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed and how the patient will be affected during the tests. Provide necessary patient education and explanations of risks and benefits.
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre and post-operative instructions as directed by physician.
• Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines.

Qualifications

What You Will Bring:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Be highly organized and able to handle a variety of tasks and responsibilities in an efficient manner with a high level of quality and energy.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidential employee and company information.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and work independently.
• Apply exceptional communication skills to interact with patients and schedule appointments and surgeries.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Outlook)
• One year of specialized ophthalmic experience is desirable or completion of on-the-job training upon hiring.
• Experience as a scribe is preferred.
• Experience as an ophthalmic technician is a PLUS!

$15.00 - $19.00 an hour

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as, but not limited to full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility, annual educational reimbursement, and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Excellent comprehensive benefits
• 401(K)
• Significant eye care discounts
• Continuing education allowances
• Career growth and development
• PTO and holidays off

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.