Ophthalmology Clinic Coordinator & Scribe

Paul Phillips Eye & Surgery Center; Flemington Junction (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with partial company

Paid time off

Supplemental benefit offerings

401K with company matching

Uniform allowance

Optical employee discounts

Job summary

Paul Phillips Eye & Surgery Center in Flemington, NJ seeks a Clinic Assistant to support a busy cataract surgeon. You will document exam findings, code exams for billing, and assist with in-office procedures across Flemington, Clinton, and Bridgewater locations.

Ideal candidates have ophthalmic terminology experience, prior scribe work, and EHR proficiency. Must be able to travel between offices, communicate clearly, and thrive in a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with patients, physicians, and co-workers
• Strong understanding of ophthalmic terminology
• Accurate record-keeping skills and attention to detail
• Professionalism, positivity, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Prior electronic health records experience essential, Nextgen preferred but will train on Nextgen if needed
• A strong desire to learn about medicine and ophthalmology and acquire new skills is essential

Responsibilities

• Succinctly summarize patient\'s ophthalmic history and relevant exam findings to the physician prior to him examining the patient, based on prior documentation in electronic health record (EHR)
• Accurately document patient visits and physician-patient interactions in the electronic health records (EHR) system
• Code exams for billing and ensure timely submission to billing office
• Assist physician with in-office procedures, patient workups, and testing during clinic
• At least basic skills with ophthalmic patient work-ups preferred, although would consider training the right candidate
• Perform administrative responsibilities during and between patient encounters, including but not limited to: creating lab & imaging orders as needed, obtaining medical records, communicating with patients, completing disability paperwork, and obtaining medication prior authorizations
• Collaborate actively with physician to anticipate physician needs, ask questions, and clarify areas of confusion as needed
• Maintain open and professional communication with patients, physicians, and co-workers
• Learn additional skills as needed
• Travel to and work from our three office locations in Flemington, Bridgewater, and Clinton, NJ as needed

Skills

Ophthalmic terminology

Scribe experience

Eye exam documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NextGen EHR

Job description

Paul Phillips Eye & Surgery Center in Flemington, NJ seeks a Clinic Assistant to support a busy cataract surgeon. You will document exam findings, code exams for billing, and assist with in-office procedures across Flemington, Clinton, and Bridgewater locations.

Ideal candidates have ophthalmic terminology experience, prior scribe work, and EHR proficiency. Must be able to travel between offices, communicate clearly, and thrive in a fast-paced team.