Ophthalmic Scribe

careers-visioninnovation-partners; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

401K

Eye care discounts

CE allowances

Career growth

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Vision Innovation Partners is seeking an Ophthalmic Scribe to support our ophthalmology team in Frederick, MD. You will assist physicians by documenting patient visits, chief complaints, and ocular findings using medical terminology to ensure efficient clinical workflow.

The role emphasizes accurate real-time documentation, patient education, and coordination of referrals, with on-the-job training available for those new to ophthalmology.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and company information.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• One year ophthalmic experience or on-the-job training.
• Scribe experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and establish rapport; document chief complaint, history, and ocular findings.
• Document medical visits and procedures in real time.
• Prepare referral letters and coordinate referrals.
• Explain tests to patients and provide education on risks/benefits.
• Educate patients on medications and post-operative instructions.
• Follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Confidentiality

Instruction following

Communication

Scheduling

Independent work

Education

Ophthalmic experience desirable

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

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 practiceis looking forMedical 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!

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.