Optometric Scribe

Ridge Eye Care, Inc. is seeking a Scribe for charting physician-patient encounters in real-time, such as during examinations, using a medical office electronic health record (EHR) system and existing templates. A Scribe will also generate referral letters for physicians, manage and sort medical documents within the EHR system, and assist with e-prescribing.

What will you do?

• Accompany the physician into the patient examination room to transcribe medical history, and document accurately the physician’s encounter with the patient and others present.
• List all proper diagnoses, symptoms, follow-up instructions, and prescriptions as dictated by the physician.
• Transcribe patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, medications, etc.
• Refer patient questions regarding diagnoses or test results to the doctor.
• Anticipate and communicate with other technicians to ensure the proper flow of patients and their needs.
• Have excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Multi-task efficiently and effectively.
• Behave calmly and effectively in busy or stressful situations.
• Communicate effectively in the English language in person, by phone and in writing.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers and peers.
• Comply with HIPAA and always strict patient confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as needed or as assigned.
• Travel to both Yuba City and Redding

We offer:

• Health Insurance Benefits
• Retirement Plan Contributions
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives every day!
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation
• Vision Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

Company Culture:

• Ridge Eye Care, Inc. is driven and determined by five Core Values: Community, Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, and Patient Care.
• Our eye doctors pride themselves in staying updated with the latest medical advancements and breakthrough technologies in the treatment of eye disease. With state-of-the-art technology they strive to exceed the standards for eye health care.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

• Ridge Eye Care, Inc. is committed to fostering a diverse workforce, and maintaining a workplace that is equitable, inclusive, and safe for all employees. From recruiting practices, to pay and benefits, promotions, and all other aspects of employment with us, an environment of equity is of the utmost importance.
• We not only recognize that our employees comprise a wide range of backgrounds and characteristics, but we believe those differences should be celebrated and valued. Whether it's race, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, color, language, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information/characteristics, veteran status, political affiliation or any other characteristic, these are parts of each of you that contribute to your experiences as humans, and ultimately to the knowledge and expertise that make you a valuable asset to the Company.

Job Type and Salary:

• Full-time
• Salary Range $21.00 - $27.00

Physical Setting and Location:

• Office
• In person

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Medical terminology and exceptional grammar.
• Recognition of exam process and ability to record exam details.
• Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications.
• Organizational skills with a focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
• Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families.
• Proficient and fast typing skills.
• CPR certification (will be provided if you don’t already have it)

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative and flexibility within a team environment.

Typical Working Conditions:

Environment: Primarily a temperature-controlled facility.

• Work may require prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate clinical testing equipment, a keyboard, mouse, and standard office equipment.
• Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to communicate in person, by phone, or over video.
• Requires occasional lifting of papers or boxes up to 30 pounds.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Sight – sufficient to read physical documents, and images on a computer monitor.
• Smell – sufficient to discern smoke/something burning, and other odors.
• Hear – sufficient to hold face-to-face/telephone/video call conversations, and to discern other ambient noises.
• Touch – sufficient to operate a keyboard, mouse, other standard office equipment, and writing implements.
• Physical ability/strength – sufficient to lift, twist, turn, reach, climb, kneel, squat, sit, walk, stand, and bend as needed throughout a standard shift.