Ophthalmic Scribe

Sight360; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Employee discount

Certification reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Sight360 in Tampa, FL is seeking an Ophthalmic Scribe - Retina to support physicians by preparing exam rooms, recording diagnostics, and scribing encounters. You will coordinate tests, maintain patient histories, and communicate instructions while complying with sterile techniques. Travel between clinic locations and overtime may be required.

Strong attention to detail, solid EHR skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. Prior ophthalmic scribe experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience working as an ophthalmic scribe.
• Ability to navigate EHR software system.
• Working knowledge of ophthalmic and medication terminology, equipment and CPT/ICD-10 coding.
• Working knowledge of basic ocular anatomy.
• Certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and record results of basic ocular screening and patient history (refractions, tonometry, visual fields, OCTs, etc.).
• Assist in patient flow through the sequence and evaluation.
• Medically assist the doctor during examinations.
• Scribe and document patient encounters for the provider.
• Prepare examination rooms with medications, forms, consents, and educational materials.
• Coordinate testing and surgical needs with staff and counselors.
• Create sterile environment using sterile techniques.
• Assist with patient calls and communications to referring offices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

EHR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

At Sight360, we believe sight is our most important sense. It is a priceless gift that shapes how we experience the world, connect with others, and create lasting memories. That is why we are dedicated to protecting and caring for vision every day.

Position Summary

The Ophthalmic Scribe - Retina is responsible for supporting the physician by preparing exam room and appropriate equipment, preparing patients for provider examination by performing and recording appropriate diagnostics, reviewing and recording patient medical history, accurately scribing all patient encounters including consultations and/or discussions with approved family members, referring providers, and or PCP, documenting the patient encounter, and coordinating patient care as directed by the treating provider to allow for proper diagnosis and treatment of patients’ conditions. Travel between clinic locations and/or overtime may be required based on operational needs.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform and record results of basic ocular screening and patient history including Manual refractions, Lensometry, Tonometry, Visual Fields, OCTs, Amsler grids, Muscle Testing, Pupil Exams, Topography
• Assist in the efficient movement/flow of patients through sequence and evaluation.
• Medically assist the doctor through the patient examination.
• Scribe and document for the doctor.
• Prepare examination rooms to provide all needed medications, forms, consents and educational materials.
• Coordinate special testing needs with technicians and surgical needs with the surgical counselors.
• Create a sterile environment using sterile technique.
• Assist doctor with patient calls, pharmacy calls, etc; return all patient phone calls the same day received.
• Communicate all doctor instructions to patients and/or other doctors' offices as directed; fax reports, letters, post op visits, etc., to referring doctors.
• Provide assistance to other clinic personnel as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Employee discount
• Certification reimbursement
• Career growth opportunities

About Sight360

We've assembled highly capable and credentialed multidisciplinary teams across ophthalmology, optometry, and optical retail services to deliver a comprehensive, 360-degree approach to vision care. Through seamless coordination, shared medical records, and a patient-first philosophy, we strive to provide an exceptional experience at every level of care.

Our Mission

To care fully for our patients, team members, and partners who are the focus of everything we do.

Our Vision

To seamlessly unite ophthalmology, optometry, and optical retail services for the benefit of our patients.

Our Values

• Treat everyone like family
• Listen with purpose
• Perform our best
• Honor our word

Join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of our patients every day.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience working as an ophthalmic scribe
• Ability to navigate EHR software system
• Working knowledge of ophthalmic and medication terminology, equipment and CPT and ICD-10 coding
• Working knowledge of basic Ocular anatomy
• Certification preferred by not required
• Skills and Abilities:
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Proven quality experience as demonstrated through historical work/achievements
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
• Highly developed organizational skills; comfortable working under time sensitive deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: Outlook, and Word

Skills and Abilities

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Proven quality experience as demonstrated through historical work/achievements
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
• Highly developed organizational skills; comfortable working under time sensitive deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: Outlook, and Word