Scribe / Ophthalmic Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Eye Site of Tampa Bay is growing! We are looking for an Scribe/Ophthalmic Assistant. Ideal candidate will have one or more years experience, be motivated by clinical excellence, function as a team player with a positive attitude, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Two office locations (Clearwater and Trinity, FL). Full-time, M-F, EOE, background check and drug testing.

Core Responsibilities:

• Perform as a valued, key team member by assisting providers through preparing patients for examination using excellent customer service talent and technical training.
• Perform testing as ordered by provider (AR, OCT, HVF, Corneal Topography, IOL Master, tonometry).
• Conduct patient work-up appropriate to patient clinical history and chief complaint.
• Effectively communicate with patients, accurately record all aspects of history of present illness and update medications.
• Ensure proper authorizations/referrals are in place if additional testing is required.
• Proactively participate in maintaining efficient workflow through personal effectiveness.
• Prepare exam room, assist patients to exam room, and anticipate provider needs through proper exam set-up.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times