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Midwest Eye Center
Medical Scribe for Ophthalmology Practice
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Medical Transcriptionist listens to sound recordings made by physicians and other healthcare professionals, transcribes the recordings and creates written reports and documents from them. Uses medical terminology and abbreviations and operates recording equipment and software. Works in hospitals or medical offices, or for companies that provide transcription services to healthcare facilities.
$39,210 / year median in Ohio
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Company Overview At MidWest Eye Center, we are committed to your total eye care. Our staff provides an innovative and integrated approach, using state-of-the-art technology, combined with the upmost in personal attention and service. Whether it's performing Lasik or treating retina conditions or removing cataracts, you can be sure of the quality of vision care provided by our team of skilled, caring professionals. MidWest Eye Center has a complete roster of board-certified Ophthalmologists, Retina Specialists and Optometrists, offering diagnosis along with surgical and non-surgical treatment for eye diseases MidWest Eye Center's Cincinnati, Ohio and Northern Kentucky locations are easily accessible from the surrounding Tri-state area. Position Summary A medical scribe accompanies the doctor during patient visits to document interactions directly into the electronic medical record (EMR), allowing clinicians to focus fully on patient care. The medical scribe is responsible for real-time documentation of patient history, diagnoses, treatment plans, and other medical documentation as dictated by the assigned doctor for which the scribe is assisting. A medical scribe participates in patient care indirectly by working alongside the doctor or surgeon. This positions is based out of our Hamilton, Oxford and Westside clinics. Responsibilities Clinical Real-time documentation of patient history, physical exams, diagnoses, treatment plans, lab/imaging results, and prescriptions during consultations. Assist with EMR/EHR navigation, entering orders, updating charts, and generating referral letters or prescriptions. Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information; ensure documentation meets compliance standards (HIPAA, audits, etc.). Assist with patient education regarding conditions as requested by the treating doctor or surgeon Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the workday. Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. Determine if documentation supports E/M vs/ Eye Code, match applicable ICD-10 codes, and appropriately code in-office procedures based on documentation. Administrative Report inventory and supply needs to leadership timely and as needed for supply ordering Participate in daily team huddles and regularly scheduled meetings as planned and required. Understand and accept responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer Contribute to the team effort by completing additional tasks or projects as needed. Maintain positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism