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Retina Vitreous Associates

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Ophthalmic Scribe - Experience Required!

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Summary

Medical scribe in an ophthalmology clinic documents patient visits in EMR systems, assists physicians, and ensures accurate coding to improve clinic efficiency.

Title: Ophthalmic Scribe - Experience Required!
Company: Retina Vitreous Associates
Location: Toledo, OH 43623

**Experience as a scribe in an ophthalmology clinic is required!**

Perks:

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

Hours:

  • Full Time
  • Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.
  • You must have open availability to work any/all shifts within these hours. You may need to work a little earlier and/or later as needed.

Company: Retina Vitreous Associates
Job Title: Ophthalmic Scribe
Department: Ophthalmology
Reports To: Clinic Supervisor
Location: This position is located in Toledo, OH

SUMMARY

The primary goal of a Scribe is to increase the efficiency and productivity of the Physician they are working for. This employee allows the Doctor to focus on what is most important, the patient.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician.
  • Responsible for the operation of the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) of patients.
  • Demonstrate a basic understanding of examination and procedure codes (ICD-9 codes) when inputting into the EMR system.
  • Ensure that accurate procedure coding/charges for all procedures/drugs for all patients and correct diagnosis codes are used.
  • Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic.
  • Open and close exam rooms as needed.
  • Help with testing and keep rooms filled to maintain flow of the clinic.
  • Must be discreet, tactful, and modest in performance of the duties so as not to distract medical staff from patient care.
  • Good judgment, organization ability, attention to detail, and ability to be self-motivated are especially important.
  • Must be willing to travel between offices.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Working knowledge of medical terminology and accepted abbreviations.
  • Efficient in using EMR and ability to accurately record information.
  • Good typing, spelling, grammar and oral communication skills.
  • Communication skills and the ability to coordinate and cooperate with multiple members of the health care team.
  • Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
  • Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information.
  • Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients.
  • Consistently displays positive rapport with fellow employees.
  • Cooperates with supervisory staff and Physicians.
  • Demonstrates flexibility in job assignment.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
  • Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

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

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

  • Requires proficient keyboarding skills, use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and image management system.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
  • Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.



If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare 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.

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First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter

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  • Are you eligible to work in the U.S.? choose one
  • Have you obtained a High School Diploma or GED? choose one
  • What is your desired compensation for this role?
  • Do you currently hold any of these certifications/licenses? Please check all that apply. If not, please select NONE. choose any
  • Have you ever been terminated from employment or asked to resign by an employer? choose one
  • If yes, please provide company name and details. written answer
  • Can you work any shift? choose one
  • Can you work overtime? choose one
  • Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying, with or without a reasonable accommodation? choose one
  • Were you referred by a current employee? choose one
  • If referred by a current employee, what is their full name? written answer
  • If you accept employment with our company, will you live or work in the state of IL? choose one
  • To the best of your knowledge, have you ever worked for our company or affiliated companies? choose one
  • EyeCare Partners and it's affiliated companies are an equal opportunity employer. EyeCare Partners does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service. I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for EyeCare Partners to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either EyeCare Partners or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of EyeCare Partners has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary. I attest with my typed signature below that I have given to EyeCare Partners true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize EyeCare Partners to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal. Signature:
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