Ophthalmic Scribe Floater - Travel, Training & Benefits

Houston Eye Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education (JCAHPO & ABOC)

Holiday & Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Superior Benefits Package: Medical, a

Job summary

Houston Eye Associates is seeking an Ophthalmic Scribe to travel between Gramercy, Tanglewood, Sugar Land, Pearland, and Memorial City locations. You will document physician exams in the EMR, assist during procedures, and help maintain patient flow and confidentiality.

The role requires 1–2 years of ophthalmology experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to travel as a floater. BLS certification is required, with JCAHPOOCS certification encouraged within one year.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED; experience with ophthalmology preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience working with ophthalmologists.
• Certifications: BLS; Ophthalmic certifications (OCS) expected within 1 year.
• Experience in charting, documentation, and assisting during ophthalmic exams.

Responsibilities

• Correctly summarizes and documents patient exams for physicians, including charting in the EMR.
• Observes and assits during exams, handling instruments and medications as needed.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to HEA policies and regulations.
• Prepares consent forms and referral letters, ensures materials are sent to referring physicians.
• Performs preliminary visual health testing and assists with minor procedures.
• Works as a floater across HEA locations to support staffing needs.

Skills

Excellent computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Spelling accuracy

Ophthalmic coding

Visual field testing knowledge

Contact lens knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

JCAHPO (OCS) certification (within 1 year)

Job description

Houston Eye Associates is seeking an Ophthalmic Scribe to travel between Gramercy, Tanglewood, Sugar Land, Pearland, and Memorial City locations. You will document physician exams in the EMR, assist during procedures, and help maintain patient flow and confidentiality.

The role requires 1–2 years of ophthalmology experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to travel as a floater. BLS certification is required, with JCAHPOOCS certification encouraged within one year.