Triangle Visions Optometry Ophthalmic Scribe

General Function

Ophthalmic Scribe assists the Optometrist/Ophthalmologist by accompanying in the exam room to document the patient's medical findings, record for direct-patient care in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform basic ocular screening and patient history.
• Aid in the efficient movement/flow of patients through sequence and evaluation.
• Medically assist the doctor through the patient examination; take dictation from the doctor.
• Document patient findings for the Doctor in HER.
• Prepare examination rooms to provide all needed medications, forms, consents, and educational materials.
• Cookordination special testing needs with technicians.
• Accurately perform and document the following:
• Confrontation visual fields
• Automated keratometry
• Automated lensometry
• Manual lensometry
• Basic pupil evaluation –anterior chamber depth exam and basic slit lamp exam
• Screening tonometry
• Visual acuity distance and near
• Schirmers test
• Basic fundus photography (Mac, Disc and Diabetic Series)
• Basic refraction
• Communicate all doctor instructions to patients and/or other doctors’ offices as directed; fax reports, letters, post op visits, etc., to referring doctors.
• Maintain practice and patient confidentiality at all times.
• Always exhibit professional demeanor while representing the practice.
• Contact lens fitting and troubleshooting.
• Help with medication and glasses prescriptions, minor procedures, and ophthalmic imaging.
• Record patient histories and chief complaints.
• Visual acuity, manual lensometry, refractometry, evaluation of extraocular muscles, affect pupillary defect, confrontation visual field, and angle assessment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 to 3 years of ophthalmic clinical experience
• Medical Assistant designation and/or Medical Scribe certification
• Knowledge of ophthalmic terminology and equipment
• Strong clinical knowledge of essential workflows in an ophthalmic setting
• Demonstrate a commitment to providing top-quality care
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail
• Exceptional interpersonal and patient facing skills
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Possess attributes that include excellent communication skills, time-management skills, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently and as a team to accomplish daily goals and objectives
• Treat all patients' and co-workers' in a professional, respectful manner
• Team oriented and self-motivated with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in highly stressful daily situations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) designation