Here at Retina Consultants of South Carolina, our mission is to foster a friendly and inviting environment for both our patients and our staff. We firmly believe that we can make a positive impact on the lives of everyone who walks through our front doors. Our offices provide top-quality care, medications, and support. With a positive culture, amazing benefits, improved work-life balance, and the opportunity to truly make a difference, we hope you'll discover your passion within our practice.
Schedule varies depending on the assigned role and/or assigned physician.
Must be able to travel 40% of the time.
Compensation:
$18.50 - $22.50 hourly
Responsibilities:-
Triage patients and record consistent and accurate documentation of patients’ medical history
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Performing prescreening exams
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Checking vision and identifying chief complaints
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Tonometry & dilation
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Administering medications to patients in the clinic and providing patient education
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Will be required to get detailed health information from patients and document health histories
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Various diagnostic tests (Fundus photos, OCT, Visual Fields), and may also include some advanced diagnostic testing
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Assist with maintaining an efficient clinic experience
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Assisting physicians with ophthalmic procedures
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Maintaining medical/surgical supplies
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Utilize EHR with all HIPAA standards
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Prepare the examination room and the patient's medical record
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Understanding of basic healthcare terminology
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Driving a company-provided vehicle that may hold employees and office equipment
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Managing incoming phone calls and documenting communications within patient platforms such as NexTech, Pressia On-Call, or other relevant sources
Qualifications:-
Must have completed an accredited medical assisting program and a supervised externship in a healthcare setting
- Solid communication and customer service skills
- Work experience as a medical assistant performing admin duties or similar role in a healthcare work environment preferred
- Ability use a computer to complete administrative tasks
- High school diploma or GED
- Reliability is a top priority
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Being in person and punctual
- Ability to master ophthalmology and retina terminology with a basic understanding of healthcare terminology
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Must be able to multitask
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Possess high energy, and have a positive & professional attitude
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Strong communication skills with a team-player approach
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Critical time management skills
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Demonstrated ability to interact with healthcare professionals, patients, and insurance companies alike with poise and proper etiquette
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Adhere to ongoing training and education
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Demonstrate effectiveness by showing courtesy, diligence, integrity, and teamwork
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Strong interpersonal skills (effective listening, clear communication, effective customer problem resolution, warm demeanor)
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Willing to train
- Ability to lift more than 30 lbs
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Ability to converse with patients – speaking and hearing
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Frequent use of a computer terminal, keyboard, and mouse
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Manual dexterity to operate ophthalmic equipment
About Company
Benefits:
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Paid Time Off + Holidays
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Medical Insurance
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Vision, Dental
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401(k)
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Life Insurance
