Ophthalmic Scribe​/Tech - Day Shift, Professions - Royal Oak

Ophthalmic Scribe/Tech - Day Shift, ALL Professions Welcome - Royal Oak

Royal Oak, MI

Associated Retinal Consultants, P.C.

Position:
Ophthalmic Scribe / Technician

Ophthalmic Scribe / Technicians use ophthalmic techniques to perform preliminary work‑up of patients in a clinic setting, assist physicians with examinations and treatment of patients, and provide documentation support.

• Function as a scribe requiring knowledge of retina‑specific ophthalmology terminology.
• Proficient keyboarding skills, use of electronic medical record and image management system.
• Utilize electronic mail and instant messaging systems.
• Prepares patients and rooms for treatments and minor procedures as directed by the physician.
• Obtain patient’s past and current medical and ophthalmic history, including medications, allergies and family history.
• Identify potential patient concerns and bring these issues to the attention of the Office Coordinator or physician.
• Measure and record distance and near visual acuity and pinhole acuity; perform preliminary refraction using objective equipment.
• Measure intra‑ocular pressures by applanation tonometry, pneumotonometry or tonopen; check pupillary response and defects.
• Perform basic visual field testing and patient education as directed by Physician.
• Measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration) as required.
• Assist with suturing, instilling eye drops, applying dressings, shields and eye patches.
• Perform OCT on patients with speed and accuracy and assist physician with treatments when needed.
• Assist with patient transfers as necessary; travel to other locations as assigned.
• Consents patients for treatment and procedures when appropriate.
• Keep examination rooms clean and stocked with supplies, maintain drug counts.
• Ensure accurate procedure coding and charge entry in the Electronic Medical Records system.
• Assist in other clinical or clerical duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or higher.
• Strong attention to detail and expert keyboard (scribe) skills.
• Ability to understand and correctly spell medical terminology and numbers.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Basic understanding of ICD‑9/ICD‑10 coding for procedures.
• Capacity to perform physical tasks such as standing, stretching, lifting up to 50 lbs.

Reports to Office Coordinator; all employees report to company Administrator and Physician Partners.

• Moderate physical activity (standing, bending, walking, lifting) during the work shift.
• Clean office environment.
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids with direct patient contact.
• Potential hazardous chemicals.

Phone: (636) 227‑2600

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.