Midtown Medical Ophthalmic Scribe

About the role

The most trained and awarded Ophthalmologists and Retina specialists at Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York (VRMNY) are internationally-renowned leaders in diagnosing and treating retinal diseases who work together to provide efficient and effective patient service. As leading eye doctors and the best-rated retina specialists, we believe in the highest level of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Acquaint yourself with all new and established patients, providing plan/setting expectations for visit and guide patients to examination rooms
• Accompanies the physician into the exam room to transcribe the history of the examination as given by the patient and the physician
• Under the direction of the physician, transcribes the impression and plan, results of tests, prescriptions, and orders
• Documents and aids in any procedural set that may be performed by the physician
• Document all history and testing information accurately and consistently
• Summarize all exam details from physician into patients’ electronic chart, including but not limited to: proper charting of examination, additions to chief complaint, physician assessment and recommendations for treatment
• Other duties as assigned or directed by your supervisor

Requirements

• Experience as a Medical Scribe is required. Ophthalmology and retina experience preferred.
• You should be able to communicate professionally, be comfortable working in a medical environment, be highly organized, have a strong customer service background, possess excellent computer and organizational skills, and champion a welcoming/friendly demeanor
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Medical Terminology
• Working knowledge of eye anatomy, retina disease, and ocular medications
• Basic to advanced computer skills required
• Strong written and verbal communication

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher/ equivalent working experience preferred

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Customer service orientation
• Computer proficiency

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retailer plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule

Monday to Friday