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Ophthalmic Scribe – Orlando
Eye Physicians of Central Florida, a Division of Florida Pediatric Associates and play a key role in delivering compassionate, high-quality care to our patients. In this position, you will support healthcare providers, contribute to a positive patient experience, and be part of a collaborative, patient-focused team dedicated to making every visit meaningful.
Position Summary:
The primary responsibility of the Ophthalmic Scribe is to assist with medical record documentation as directed by practitioners, including but not limited to accurately recording the patient encounter, in-office procedures, and treatment plans.
Education, Training, and Certification
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) preferred.
Experience
- One year of Ophthalmic Scribe experience in medical practice.
Skills
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, colleagues and vendors.
- Demonstrable effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrable effective time management by organizing daily tasks, meeting assigned deadlines, following established workflows, and seeking guidance when priorities or timelines change.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and independent decision-making.
- Ability to manage confidential information with integrity and discretion.
- Demonstrable analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Working knowledge of:
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and proper data entry practices.
- Database systems and accurate data entry.
Understanding of:
- Medical terminology.
- Physician dictation, instructions, and medical decision-making processes
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Accompany practitioners during patient visits to accurately document medical histories, physical exams, and medical decision-making including assessments and treatment plans within the EMR system.
- Accurately document procedures, diagnostic results, and physician instructions.
- Assist with chart preparation prior to patient visits, ensuring all relevant information is available.
- Assist practitioners with administrative tasks such as completing forms, referrals, and prescriptions.
- Communicate effectively with clinical and administrative staff.
- Assist with escorting patients from exam rooms to patient check-out areas.
- Seek guidance from senior staff when necessary and perform duties within the scope of training and competency.
Benefits Package:
- 90% Employer Paid Employee Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 100% Employer Paid STD & LTD
- Supplemental Insurance Options
- 15 Days PTO – First Year
- 7 Paid Holidays
- 401k Plan and Amazing Work Environment
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Florida Pediatric Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law.