Certified Scribe Floater

Job DetailsJob Location

• Gramercy -
• HOUSTON,
• TX 77025Position
• Type:
• Full
• TimeTravel
• Percentage:
• Mulitple
• LocationsJob
• Category: Health CarePOSITION SUMMARY Contributes to the organization by traveling to different HEA locations to accurately collect and document exam information into the electronic medical record system for the Ophthalmologist while maintaining patient flow within the clinic. Main locations include Gramercy, Tanglewood, Sugar Land, Pearland, and Memorial City. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Correctly summarizes and documents the patient exam for the physician including but not limited to, proper charting of the examination, documenting additions to the chief complaint, assessment, and recommendations for treatment. Observes the patient and the physician and assists when appropriate during the exam, including but not limited to, holding the patients head in the slit lamp, and providing additional medications and/or instruments. Maintains an awareness of the patients verbal and non-verbal communication when the physician is providing instructions and reviewing patient education materials. Prepares and ensures all consent forms are complete and accurate prior to in-office procedures. Prepares referral letters as directed by the physician, via dictation or summary of the medical record. Ensures that referral letters and copies of pertinent reports or tests are sent daily to all referring physicians involved in the patients care. Performs preliminary testing assessing visual health of patient. Assists with minor procedures. Prepares and cleans room after procedure. Provides quality patient care for all patients, directly or indirectly. Maintains patient confidentiality. Reviews all data for errors and misspellings. Assists in the training of other ophthalmic scribes. Ability to adapt to frequent changes within the clinic without loss of efficiency or composure. When not in exam room, the scribe may assist with various secretarial duties including but not limited to, answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, refilling prescriptions with doctor consent, and answering various questions pertaining to the practice. Must meet and adhere to HEAs policies and procedures, uphold to the highest ethical principles and patient confidentiality. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. Other duties as assigned based on business operational needs.

Floaters

• As a floater, this position is designed to travel between HEA locations to support the staffing needs of multiple locations and/or departments. Work location and/or department may be assigned at short notice. Other duties as assigned based on business operational needs. Skills and Abilities Excellent computer skills Excellent verbal and written communication Strong organizational skills with attention to detail Ability to spell well Visual Field Testing (CVF, Amsler Grid,
• HVF)
• Basic
• Contact
• Lens knowledge
• Ophthalmic
• Coding
• We
• Proudly
• Offer: Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOC
• Holidays &
• Paid
• Time
• Off
• Bereavement
• Leave
• Superior
• Benefits
• Package: Medical Dental 401(K) Free Life Insurance & LTD Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V QualificationsCOMPETENCIES EDUCATION High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES Basic Life Support (BLS). If not BLS certified at time of employment, must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. Uncertified Ophthalmic Scribes must obtain JCAHPO (OCS) certification within 1 year of employment. EXPERIENCE Minimum 1-2 years' experience working with ophthalmologist.