Ophthalmic Scribe

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Excellent comprehensive benefits

401(K)

Eye care discounts

Continuing education allowances

Career growth and development

PTO and holidays off

Job summary

Vision Innovation Partners is seeking an Ophthalmic Scribe to support patient visits and streamline clinical workflow. You will document examinations, assist physicians, and handle clerical tasks with attention to detail.

The role requires familiarity with medical terminology, patient care, and strong organization in a fast-paced ophthalmology setting. Prior ophthalmic experience is a plus; salary is hourly and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Able to stay organized and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Experience in fast-paced healthcare settings and patient interaction.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions independently.
• Strong communication with patients and scheduling teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools; prior ophthalmic experience is desirable.
• Scribe experience preferred; ophthalmic technician background a PLUS.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and establish rapport, document chief complaint and ocular findings.
• Document medical visits and procedures in real time as performed by clinicians.
• Prepare referral letters and coordinate communications with involved physicians.
• Explain tests to patients and provide education on risks, benefits, and instructions.
• Educate patients on medication administration and pre/post-operative care.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain workflow efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Highly organized

Fast-paced environment

Confidentiality

Follow instructions

Communication skills

MS Office

Ophthalmic experience

Scribe experience

Ophthalmic technician background

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

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

• 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.