Ophthalmic Scribe: Master EMR & Patient Flow

ReFocus Eye Health; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ReFocus Eye Health in West Hartford, CT seeks an Ophthalmic Scribe who is detail-oriented and a team player to join our multi-site ophthalmology practice. The role involves documenting physician findings in EMR, transcribing impressions and plans, and assisting with patient flow and education.

You will learn new skills and travel to satellite offices as needed, with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality in a computerized office environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task while handling stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Be a team player and maintain a professional and positive attitude.
• Study the CPSS Home Study Modules and pass the CPSS exam within 6 months of hire.
• Maintain a professional appearance as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information as it relates to patients and staff members.

Responsibilities

• Document the Physician's findings in the patient’s Electronic Medical Record.
• Transcribe the impression and plan, results of tests, prescriptions, discussions, and orders as dictated by the Physician.
• Anticipate the needs of the Physician and patients as often as possible to help with patient flow.
• Administer patient eye drops as requested by the Physicians.
• Assist the Physicians with office procedures.
• Assist with patient education.
• Ensure that the patients visit, and all diagnostic testing has been properly coded on the patients encounter form.
• Willing to travel to other satellite offices as needed. (Reliable transportation required)
• Assist with other assigned tasks not limited to the Clinical Department as directed by Clinical Leaders and SEC Management

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

CPSS exam within 6 months

Professional appearance

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking under pressure

Job description

ReFocus Eye Health in West Hartford, CT seeks an Ophthalmic Scribe who is detail-oriented and a team player to join our multi-site ophthalmology practice. The role involves documenting physician findings in EMR, transcribing impressions and plans, and assisting with patient flow and education.

You will learn new skills and travel to satellite offices as needed, with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality in a computerized office environment.