Medical Scribe

Medical Scribe - Optometry Clinic

The Scribe assists the doctor by transcribing appropriate data into the patient medical record during the patient exam in order to optimize the doctor's time with patients. This position will also assist the technician by performing various administrative and clinical functions, including obtaining patient histories, performing preliminary and ancillary testing, scheduling patients, and preparing the exam room.

Starting wage based on previous experience

6.5 paid holidays per year + 2 Floating holidays

Approximately 10 days of PTO within first year

Full slate of benefits to include health, dental, vision, and 401k

Growth and wage increase through company paid certification program

During the exam, accurately enter information into EHR as dictated by the doctor.

Assist optometrist and ophthalmologist with patient procedures.

Escort the patient to Optical and introduce to the Optician, reiterating the doctor's recommendations.

Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays.

Prepare exam room by cleaning instruments and maintaining inventory of medications and supplies.

Provide a safe, clean, organized and inviting environment for both patients and staff.

Perform other duties and assume various responsibilities as determined by leadership.

High school graduate or equivalent.

Previous experience in optometry is preferred.

Proficient in EHR, including exceptional keyboarding skills

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Detail oriented with strong organizational skills

Quality of work reflects efficiency and accuracy

Ability to obtain knowledge and skills on the job or through educational courses

A strong commitment to helping people

Polite, professional, and courteous

Ability to lead, motivate and promote a team environment

Proactive, adaptable, with the ability to work under pressure to accomplish projects and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment

Physical Activity: Standing for sustained periods of time, Stooping, Grasping, Lifting, Talking, Hearing.

Physical requirements: Light work. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs on a regular basis from floor to waist, 5 lbs from waist to shoulder, and 5 lbs from shoulder to overhead.

The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.