Job Title: Ophthalmic Scribe

Department: Clinic

Reports To: Scribe Supervisor and Practice Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary

Responsible for charting physician-patient encounters in real-time, such as during examinations. Primary duties are to follow a physician through their workday and chart patient encounters in real-time using a medical office's electronic health record (EHR) and existing templates. Medical scribes also generate referral letters for physicians, manage and sort medical documents within the EHR system, and assist with e-prescribing. Will comply with HIPPA and observe strict patient confidentiality at all times.

Essential Functions:

• Accompany physician into the patient examination room in order to transcribe a history and physical exam, and document accurately the physician’s encounter with the patient and others present
• List all proper diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the physician
• Transcribe patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, medications, etc.
• Assist with procedures such as lesion removals, injections, chalazion
• Document any procedures performed by the physician
• Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance
• Have clear thorough communication skills when working with physicians
• Completing charts within 72 hours

Auxiliary Functions:

• Refer patient questions regarding diagnoses or test results to the doctor.
• Assist in triage
• Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation.
• Anticipate and communicate with the other technicians at all times to ensure the proper flow of patients
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers and peers
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in person, by phone, and in writing
• Posting exams and procedures to billing ledger
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively
• Willing to travel to different clinics as needed
• Regular attendance and punctuality is required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Medical terminology, and vast knowledge of surgical instruments
• Recognition of physical exam process and ability to record exam details
• Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications
• Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
• Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certifications and Licenses: Valid COA, COT, or Ophthalmic Scribe Certified (Preferred, not required)
• 1-Year Previous Tech Experience required, or previous direct Scribe experience
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative and flexibility within a team environment
• Must be willing to travel between different clinics with Mileage Reimbursement (Yuba City, Marysville, Oroville, Paradise)

Physical Requirements/Typical Working Conditions:

Environment: Primarily a temperature-controlled facility.

• Work may require prolonged standing, some bending, stooping and stretching.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate clinical testing equipment, a keyboard, mouse, and standard office equipment.
• Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to communicate in person, by phone, or over video.
• Requires occasional lifting of papers or boxes up to 30 pounds.

Essential Physical Tasks:

• Sight – sufficient to read physical documents, and images on a computer monitor.
• Smell – sufficient to discern smoke/something burning, and other odors.
• Hear – sufficient to hold face to face/telephone/video call conversations, and to discern other ambient noises.
• Touch – sufficient to operate keyboard, mouse, other standard office equipment, and writing implements.
• Physical ability/strength – sufficient to lift, twist, turn, reach, climb, kneel, squat, sit, walk, stand, bend as needed throughout a standard shift.

Other Duties:

This job description does not comprise a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Yuba City, CA 95991: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Ophthalmic Technician experience or previous Scribing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person