Ophthalmic Scribe I

About the role

As an Ophthalmic Scribe I, you will collaborate closely with our Ophthalmologists and Optometrists to provide high-quality direct patient care. At Atlantic Vision Partners we invest in our employees by providing on-site training and paid certifications for continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient history
• Follow AVP care-pathing model
• Determine visual acuity
• Understand routine and basic medical ICD-10 codes
• Understand routine insurance plans
• Use lensometer (manual and auto)
• Responsible for stocking rooms
• Understand scheduling
• Complete monthly chart audits
• Responsible for medication refills
• Administer eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions to the eye as ordered by physician
• Perform office duties and clinical tasks – entering data into EMR, providing patient services

Requirements

• Dependable transportation required to travel to other offices as required
• Must be flexible with traveling to various locations
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• The ability to seek instruction in areas where he/she is not knowledgeable
• The ability to recognize inconsistencies
• High School diploma or GED, associate degree preferred
• Billing and Coding Certification required within 1-2 years from being in role
• OSC Certification required within 1 year of being in role
• Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without accommodation, including the ability to use power hand tools and lift a minimum of 70 lbs.
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Willingness to submit to a background check (drug screen for Ambulatory Surgery Centers only)

Pay

Pay Range: $16/hr–$19/hr. Actual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, certifications, internal equity, and business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing Education Support
• Certification Sponsorship
• Employee Eyewear Discounts
• Referral Bonus Opportunities

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods
• Frequent use of hands, fingers, and computer equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 70 pounds