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Job Title: Ophthalmic Scribe
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Ophthalmic Scribe to document physician visits in the EMR system, scribe for multiple physicians, assist with instruments as requested, perform work-ups after doctor visits, and communicate with patients according to the documented plan provided by the physician.
Responsibilities
- Document physician visits in the EMR system.
- Scribe for multiple physicians.
- Assist physicians with instruments as requested.
- Conduct work-ups after doctor visits with patients.
- Communicate with patients based on the documented plan provided by the physician.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in medical assisting and medical terminology.
- Experience with EMR systems and scribing.
- Knowledge of ophthalmology and medical documentation.
- Strong data entry and typing skills.
- Patient care expertise.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a life science.
- Minimum of 1 year of on-site scribing experience.
- Ophthalmic experience preferred.
- Strong multi-tasking abilities.
- Positive energy and driven personality.
Work Environment
The work schedule is Monday to Friday, with hours ranging from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, depending on clinic needs. Initial training occurs at the admin building in the Galleria. The role involves working with a team of 8-24 staff members, with each physician requiring 8 clinic staff. The home clinic is one of the busiest in Houston, with the potential to see 100 patients a day. Schedules are provided 2 weeks in advance, with rare travel to other clinics for training. Employees work onsite in Bellaire with monthly travel to The Woodlands and Beaumont, with mileage reimbursement for travel beyond the primary clinics. The environment is extremely fast-paced, seeing 80-100 patients a day. The dress code requires navy blue scrubs, short and groomed nails, and hair must be tied back.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bellaire, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Bellaire,TX.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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