Clinic Lead

Pendleton Eye Center•Oceanside, CA

2d•$35 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinic Lead assists the doctors with documentation of the patient exam into the patient's electronic health record (EHR). The Clinic Lead will also assist with facilitation of surgery and procedure scheduling and scheduling of return appointments as directed by the provider. Partners with other clinic staff to facilitate efficient clinic flow and ensure quality patient care.

Requirements

Typing and computer knowledge required
Previous experience with EHR systems required and ophthalmology experience highly preferred.
Bilingual a plus
Knowledge of medical terminology, Ophthalmology preferred.
Ability to perform ophthalmic tests and calibrate equipment per manufacturer guidelines.
High schedule diploma or equivalent
Minimum of one (1) year experience in a medical office as an ophthalmic assistant or technician preferred.

Nice To Haves

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certification Preferred
Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) preferred.
BLS Certified.

Responsibilities

Greet all patients and guests according to company standards, anticipate and address service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank others with genuine appreciation.
Treat each patient with respect by greeting them by name, introducing yourself, and ensuring that the patient understands what will happen during the exam
Document patient exam in EHR, scribing all elements of the patient exam including procedure orders, e-prescribing medications and scheduling the return to clinic. Ensure all entries are accurate by the team.
Respond to internal communications in a timely manner.
Perform the following as needed: Obtain complete patient histories including chief complaint, past ocular/medical history, family medical/ocular history and history of allergies and medications..
Perform ophthalmologic tests including visual acuity, applanation tonometry, pachymetry, visual fields, corneal topography, OCTs, lensometry, and other tests as directed within the prescribed timeline.
Calibrate diagnostic equipment and perform instrument sterilization as needed.
Provide patient and family counseling/education as needed, including the creation of medication grids.
Dispense medication and/or over the counter product samples as directed.
Review all chart notes and correspondence daily to ensure accuracy and completeness. Ensure chart documentation meets ICD-10 requirements.
Work with doctors to sign and close encounters and transmit ERx.
Obtain patient signature on consent documents for in lane and surgical procedures.
Set up exam rooms per provider preference, keep exam rooms stocked and clean between patients; clean at end of each workday; assist in maintaining public spaces for professional appearance.
Partner with providers to prepare culture documents, ensure proper storage of specimens, contact lab for pickup and ensure specimen is in the lockbox for pick up.
Attend training and stay current on requirements for HIPAA compliance and Protected Health Information (PHI).
Ensure opening and closing of special testing rooms.
Maintain stocking of exam lane and maintain order in working areas.
Schedule return appointments as ordered by the provider, including referrals to outside providers.
Travel between clinics as scheduled.
This is an in-office position, remote work is not available.
Other duties as assigned.