Ophthalmic / Ophthalmology Scribe

Company’s Overview

Mittleman Eye Center (MEC) is a comprehensive eye care practice serving the greater West Palm Beach and Jupiter communities. With over 50 years of experience in the field, we offer eye exams, consultations, optical and all general ophthalmology. We offer advanced cataract and refractive surgeries, glaucoma treatment, and retina. At Mittleman Eye, we exemplify the core values of Respect, Excellence, Consistency, Adaptability, Sustainability and Efficiency. We hold our employees to the highest standards of morals and character.

 

Job Description

We are looking for a responsible and detail-oriented Medical Scribe to assist our doctors. This talented person will be responsible for transcribing information during clinical visits in real time into electronic health records (EHRs) under physician supervision and make sure that all data is checked for accuracy and any discrepancies are noted.

 

Duties & Responsibilities: Report to OBS Manager

 

• Prepare and assemble medical record documentation/charts for physicians.
• Listen, observe, and accurately document real-time interactions between healthcare providers and their patients.
• In the exam room, record detailed information into the electronic medical record (EMR) on a laptop or computer.
• Accompany physicians on patient visits, transcribing dictations of patient medical, social, and familial histories, medications, allergies, findings from physical examinations and procedures, and physician recommendations.
• Transcribe diagnoses, symptoms, and results of laboratory and radiographic tests and pending orders for referrals, tests, medications, and procedures as directed by physician.
• Help with room loading and expediting as required.
• Support the administrative team with additional tasks as needed to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Inform visitors of safety rules and practice as they are ready to leave.
• Collaborate with other members of the department to ensure a smooth daily operation of the practice.
• Help with other tasks assigned by the manager.

 

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in management with 1 year of experience.
• An associate degree with 3 years of experience in the healthcare field is acceptable.
• Graduating from a medical assistant program is a plus.
• In lieu of a degree, specialized certifications such COA, COT, COMT with at least 2 years of experience are acceptable.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Advanced organizational and detail-oriented skills .
• Ability to handle multiple assignments at once.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records systems and Microsoft office.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling sensitive patient information.

Benefits:

• Generous monthly benefit package
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Discount on eye products and services

 

Professional skills:

• Ability to work under pressure and in a high-speed environment.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Ability to multitask and well organized.
• Detail-oriented.
• Effective communication and team player
• Action-oriented and problem-solving.

Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $20 - $26 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No