Ophthalmic Scribe

Job Details:
Level: Entry |

Job Location:

Nevada Eye Physicians
- Henderson, NV 89074 | Position Type:
Full Time | Education Level: High School | Travel Percentage:
Local Travel Only | Job Category:
Health Care

Comprehensive Eye Care Partners is one of the nations largest vision care management service organization. Comp Eye is focused on providing best‑in‑class, full‑spectra practice management and administrative services to its affiliated physicians and practices in support of their mission to deliver clinical excellence. Our mission is to build nation’s preeminent eye care services company by partnering with world class physicians, driving superior clinical and surgical outcomes, and optimizing the patient experience.

The Ophthalmic Scribe is a valuable member of the eye care team, primarily responsible for assisting ophthalmologists and optometrists in documenting patient encounters and ensuring accurate medical records. Their role involves real‑time transcription and administrative support during clinical visits. Scribes may assist with patient care as directed by the physician. These duties may include those of an Ophthalmic Assistant and/or Technician.

Work Hours:

Monday
- Friday 7:45AM to 5:45PM

• Document patients accurately and efficiently in electronic health records (EHR) or other designated systems, capturing medical history, chief complaints, examination findings, and treatment plans.
• Strong typing and data entry skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of patient records by reviewing documentation for inconsistencies, missing information, and proper coding.
• Prepare examination rooms, ensuring they are properly equipped with necessary instruments, supplies, and patient education materials.
• Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, such as HIPAA guidelines, to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Collaborate closely with ophthalmologists/optometrists to transcribe and enter information via verbal or written communication into patient records, ensuring clarity, coherence, and adherence to established protocols.
• Demonstrate knowledge of medical coding and billing processes.
• May perform other duties as necessary.

• Completion of a medical scribe training program or previous experience as a medical scribe is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with medical practice management and electronic medical record software.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• IJCAHPO’s Ophthalmic Scribe Certification preferred but not required.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to stay focused.

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid mileage between practices during work hour
• On‑going education available including certification reimbursement
• Discount Programs Including Vision discounts on products and services