Ophthalmic Scribe: Precise Charting & Patient Flow

Eye Health America; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life Insurance

401(k)

Wellness Program

Paid vacation & holidays

Uniform allowance

Training/Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Eye Health America is seeking an ophthalmic scribe to support Carolinas Centers for Sight in Sumter, SC. The role focuses on accurate documentation of ocular examinations and maintaining patient flow during clinics.

Two years in a medical office and a scribe certification (preferably ophthalmic assistant) are preferred to ensure precise charting and effective collaboration with ophthalmologists.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a medical office, preferably ophthalmology.
• Scribe certification (preferably certified ophthalmic assistant).

Responsibilities

• Correctly summarizes and documents what the physician verbalizes during an examination, including charting, assessment, and treatment recommendations.
• Observes the patient and the physician and assists during the exam.
• Maintains awareness of patient communication when instructions are given; may provide written instructions or education materials.
• Completes superbill, billing orders, or check-out forms as directed, guiding the patient to the next step.
• Becomes fluent in the exact requirements of each examination.

Skills

Medical office experience

Scribe certification

Job description

Eye Health America is seeking an ophthalmic scribe to support Carolinas Centers for Sight in Sumter, SC. The role focuses on accurate documentation of ocular examinations and maintaining patient flow during clinics.

Two years in a medical office and a scribe certification (preferably ophthalmic assistant) are preferred to ensure precise charting and effective collaboration with ophthalmologists.