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Palm Beach Eye Center Inc.
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Palm Beach Eye Center Inc. is Hiring an Ophthalmic Scribe Near Lake Worth, FL

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At Palm Beach Eye Center Lake Worth, we have an immediate opening for anOphthalmic Scribe, who will be responsible for providing the highest quality ophthalmic patient care possible. The Ophthalmic Scribe’s primary goal is to increase the efficiency and productivity of the physician in the clinic setting. The scribe must be able to anticipate physician needs, communicate clearly to patients and staff members, and effectively multi-task in order to facilitate clinic flow. Experience in Nextech/MDI preferred. 

  • Consistently performs proper documentation of case history, confrontation visual fields, pupil evaluation, screening extra-ocular muscle function, visual acuity, assessment of angle depth, instillation of diagnostic pharmaceutical agents, amsler grid and other functions as directed by the clinical physician
  • Accurately and thoroughly document ophthalmic exams and procedures as they are being performed by the physician.
  • List all appropriate diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions as directed by the physician
  • Provide patients and/or family members with instructions for self-care and follow-up as directed by the physician
  • Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays
  • Obtains eyeglass prescriptions via lensometer
  • Performs patient testing accurately and effectively as directed by the clinical provider(s) i.e. Slit Lamp Exam, PAMS, Visual Fields, Color Test, Tonometry, OCT’s, Fundus Photos, etc.
  • If assigned to a retina specialist assists retina physician(s) with intraocular injections as needed
  • Effectively communicates physician instructions to patients and documents accordingly
  • Assists the physician with pharmacy calls, patient calls, etc.
  • Ensures the scheduling template is being followed correctly
  • Ensures all patient lanes are clean and well-stocked at the end of each day
  • Ensures all equipment is turned off and covered properly at the end of day
  • Completes tech station duties daily
  • Call in Rx’s – Only certified ophthalmic techs can ERx. The exception is the tech can ERx if scribing for a doctor and the script is done under the doctor’s name
  • Must understand sterile technique
  • Professional and Personal Development/Goals and Objectives
  • Always exhibits professional demeanor with a positive enthusiastic attitude when representing the practice
  • Maintains certification, where applicable, and continues to improve skills. Must attend in-services and webinar training seminars as directed by the Clinical Manager
  • Sets goals and objectives for professional growth. Reviews and revises goals on an ongoing basis
  • Provides input on how to improve customer service, decrease costs and increase revenues for the practice
  • Customer Service
  • Supports the practice core values and mission statement to develop, enhance and promote quality customer service through team effort
  • Exhibits flexibility, sensitivity and respect while maintaining an effective working relationship with all team members
  • Maintains practice confidentiality, follows HIPAA guidelines
  • Follows the rules and regulations of the practice as documented in the practice employee manual
  • Completes any additional tasks and responsibilities as noted in the pay for performance program
  • Maintains proper work-up standards of productivity as defined by physician requirements, patient diagnosis and Clinical Manager
  • Assumes other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor’s degree or Associate Degree in a related field highly preferred
  • Two years of ophthalmology scribe or technician experience preferred
  • Must complete the home study ophthalmic program within six months of employment
  • Prefer COT Certification
  • Prefer Nextech/MDI experience

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Must have proficient computer skills
  • Must be able to problem solve
  • Must have excellent communication skills, proper grammar and writing capability
  • Must be team-oriented
  • Must be self-directed, highly motivated, able to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to handle multiple projects at one time accurately and efficiently
  • Must have exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Must possess a caring, patient and friendly attitude
  • Must have a complete knowledge of all forms (paper & electronic) that are used in the practice
  • Must understand the anatomy & physiology of the eye
  • Must understand ophthalmic terminology, spelling and pronunciation

We understand the importance of work-life balance and want our team members to thrive personally and professionally. In addition to a rewarding career, we offer a comprehensive wellness package that includes exciting benefits such as:

  • Excellent health insurance benefits
  • Generous 401k matching program with immediate 100% vesting
  • Paid time off with immediate accrual
  • Paid holidays available on day one
  • Free counseling and support services
  • Employee Perk Package

If you are seeking new adventures in patient care and have a passion for going above and beyond to ensure all our patients are given the best patient experience, then we want to hear from you... Please Apply!

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

POST DATE

09/20/2022

EXPIRATION DATE

10/25/2022

WEBSITE

palmbeacheyecenter.com

HEADQUARTERS

PAHOKEE, FL

SIZE

25 - 50

FOUNDED

2000

TYPE

Private

CEO

SANDEE CROWELL

REVENUE

$10M - $50M

INDUSTRY

Ambulatory Healthcare Services

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