Ophthalmic Scribe

Job Title: Ophthalmic Scribe

Company: Ophthalmology Associates

Location: Des Peres, MO

Travel: Travel to other locations in the St. Louis metro area is required as needed. Mileage reimbursement will be paid.

• Full Benefits Package – Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Competitive Base Pay

• Full Time
• Open Monday‑Friday 8 am‑5 pm (flexible start/finish may be required)

The primary goal of a Scribe is to increase the efficiency and productivity of the Physician they are working for, enabling the Doctor to focus on patient care.

• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are performed.
• Operate the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system, ensuring proper coding of procedures, diagnoses, and charges.
• Understand ICD‑9 codes and demonstrate basic coding proficiency.
• Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate clinic flow.
• Open and close exam rooms as needed and assist with room setup.
• Maintain discretion, tact, and professionalism to avoid distracting medical staff.
• Apply strong judgment, organizational skills, and attention to detail to manage patient workflow.
• Travel between offices as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Working knowledge of medical terminology and accepted abbreviations.
• Proficient with EMR and quick to record accurate information.
• Strong typing, spelling, grammar, and oral communication skills.
• Effective communication and cooperation with the healthcare team.
• Organizational skills focused on tracking patient care and improving flow.
• Compliance with HIPAA confidentiality standards.
• Energetic, empathetic patient care approach.
• Positive rapport with colleagues and cooperation with supervisory staff and Physicians.
• Demonstrates flexibility in job assignments.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) is preferred but not required.

• Proficient keyboarding and use of EMR and image management system.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Computer proficiency and ability to learn new applications quickly.

This role requires frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%). Activities include bending, stooping, reaching (25–50%) and lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling up to 25 lbs. Fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential to writing, typing, and technology use. Visual and auditory acuity are required 100 % of the time, and occasional driving or climbing may be necessary.

Eye Care Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.