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POSITION SUMMARY

The Ophthalmic Scribe will assist the physician during patient exams by transcribing patient history and exam details into the EHR system as directed by the physician.

• Accurately document medical visits and procedures in the EHR system as performed by the physician.
• Ensure the History of Present Illness (HPI) is completed.
• Anticipate physician needs to maintain smooth clinic operations.
• Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring proper equipment sanitation, recharging of battery-powered instruments, and switching off slit lamps and projectors under covers.
• Assist in completing EHR tasks and phone messages.
• Schedule follow-up appointments as required.
• Transcribe physician examination data into the patient’s electronic medical record.
• Perform telephone triage to assess urgent or emergent patient needs and create schedules accordingly. Respond promptly to messages from patients, pharmacists, and physicians, and handle prior authorizations for medications.
• Complete electronic prescription refill requests.
• Restock and clean exam rooms after patient care, conducting area sweeps throughout the day and closing rooms at the end of the clinic.
• Check medicine inventory and expiration dates, replacing items as necessary.
• Provide patient education on medication administration and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by the physician.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 year of previous experience as a Scribe.
• Experience in Ophthalmology.
• Ophthalmic Scribe Certification.