Ophthalmic Scribe

Comprehensive EyeCare Partners; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Paid Holidays

Company paid life insurance

401(K)

Paid mileage between practices during

Job summary

Comprehensive EyeCare Partners is seeking an Ophthalmic Scribe to support ophthalmologists and optometrists by documenting patient encounters and entering data in real-time within the EHR system.

The role emphasizes accurate medical records, attention to detail, and adherence to privacy guidelines; experience in medical scribing or EMR familiarity is preferred, with high school diploma or GED required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical scribe training program or prior scribing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical practice management and EMR software.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Document patients accurately and efficiently in EHR, capturing medical history, complaints, findings, and plans.
• Strong typing and data entry with focus on accuracy.
• Review records for inconsistencies and ensure proper coding.
• Prepare examination rooms with necessary instruments and patient education materials.
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Collaborate with physicians to transcribe and enter information into patient records.
• Demonstrate knowledge of medical coding and billing processes.
• May perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Typing speed

Medical documentation

HIPAA knowledge

Attention to detail

Verbal/written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

IJCAHPO Ophthalmic Scribe Certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Comprehensive EyeCare Partners is one of the nation’s largest vision care management service organization. CompEye is focused on providing best-in‑class, full-spectrum practice management and administrative services to its affiliated physicians and practices in support of their mission to deliver clinical excellence. Our mission is to build nation’s preeminent eye care services company by partnering with world class physicians, driving superior clinical and surgical outcomes, and optimizing the patient experience.

Position Summary

The Ophthalmic Scribe is a valuable member of the eye care team, primarily responsible for assisting ophthalmologists and optometrists in documenting patient encounters and ensuring accurate medical records. Their role involves real‑time transcription and administrative support during clinical visits. Scribes may assist with patient care as directed by the physician. These duties may include those of an Ophthalmic Assistant and/or Technician.

Work Hours

Monday - Friday 7:45AM to 5:45PM

Roles And Responsibilities

• Document patients accurately and efficiently in electronic health records (EHR) or other designated systems, capturing medical history, chief complaints, examination findings, and treatment plans.
• Strong typing and data entry skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of patient records by reviewing documentation for inconsistencies, missing information, and proper coding.
• Prepare examination rooms, ensuring they are properly equipped with necessary instruments, supplies, and patient education materials.
• Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, such as HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) guidelines, to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Collaborate closely with ophthalmologists/optometrists to transcribe and enter information via verbal or written communication into patient records, ensuring clarity, coherence, and adherence to established protocols.
• Demonstrate knowledge of medical coding and billing processes.
• May perform other duties as necessary.

Experience Requirements

• Completion of a medical scribe training program or previous experience as a medical scribe is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with medical practice management and electronic medical record software.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• IJCAHPO’s Ophthalmic Scribe Certification preferred but not required.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to stay focused.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(K)
• Paid mileage between practices during work hour
• On-going education available including certification reimbursement
• Discount Programs Including Vision discounts on products and services