Medical Scribe/Tech (Ophthalmology) - No Prior Experience Required
Core
Perform preliminary patient work-ups, scribe for ophthalmologists, and assist with examinations and treatments in a retina clinic setting.
Role type
Clinical support technician (ophthalmology)
Builds
Patient examination workflows and treatment support for retina specialists
Domain
Healthcare / Ophthalmology / Retina
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Ophthalmic terminology, EMR data entry, visual acuity measurement, intraocular pressure measurement, OCT operation, patient preparation, vital signs monitoring, eye drop administration, procedure coding (ICD-9)
Preferred skills
COA or COT certification, OSC certification
Technologies
Electronic Medical Records (EMR), image management systems, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Measure and record visual acuity and intraocular pressures; perform OCT scans; prepare patients for procedures; assist physicians with examinations and treatments; maintain exam rooms and supplies; input procedure codes and diagnosis codes into EMR.
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on support