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- $20.00 - $30.55 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Medical office experience
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UPMC —Pittsburgh, PA
- $22.52 - $37.40 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
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Retina Vitreous Consultants Inc. —Monroeville, PA
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Medical office experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Casual Scribe/Ophthalmic Writer (Children's Hospital)

UPMC -
Pittsburgh, PA

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Job Details

$20.00 - $30.55 an hour
4 days ago

Qualifications

Computer literacy

Full Job Description

UPMC is hiring a Casual Scribe/Ophthalmic Writer to join their Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology at UPMC Children's Hospital! The Division of Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, and Adult Motility at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh is comprised of 4 clinic locations and one administrative space, all working as a team to provide the highest level of care to patients and families through clinical expertise, research initiatives, and strong administrative support. This unique role is a great opportunity for individuals seeking clinical experience and exposure prior to medical, nursing, or scientific programs.

This position will be responsible for preparing notes for the day, partnering with a provider and dictate the note on the provider’s behalf, assisting with minor testing, helping clean and turn over exam rooms, completing depart summaries, assisting with appointment and surgery planning, and other duties as assigned.

This is a casual position that will work weekday shifts, 8:00am to 4:30pm (1-3 days/week for 8 hour days). No evenings, weekends, or holidays required!

Responsibilities:

Alerts eye physician to patient-related forms that need completion.
When appropriate, completes the superbill and/or the check-out form, providing direction to the patient prior to following the physician.
Maintains an awareness of the patient's verbal and non-verbal communication when the physician is providing instructions as it may necessitate the writer repeating information, providing written instructions, and/or patient education materials for the patient to review at home.
Learns the personality and preferences of each physician, recognizing differences and abiding by them when working with that particular physician.
Ensures patient understands all instructions.
Correctly summarizes and documents what the physician says during an examination, including but not limited to: proper charting of the examination, documenting additions to the chief complaint, assessment and recommendations for treatment (including justification of decisions reached when appropriate).
Maintains patient flow, by ensuring a minimum of two patient rooms are always occupied.
Accommodates the needs of the patient for the exam: Monitors examination room and any physical limitations the patient may have. Makes sure the patient chair is down before the patient prepares to leave, the equipment is off, the slit lamp is out of the way, etc. Provides patient with cane, handbag, coat, etc. to expedite patient flow. Evaluates the condition of the examination room to ensure adequate supplies are in stock. Notifies physician of changes to the daily schedule, especially emergencies. Performs other tasks as required.
Guides patient to front desk after completion of exam and ensures proper follow-up appointments are made.
Accurately documents chart errors according to the following format: One line is to be drawn through the mistake. The initials of the person making the error are to be written. The corrected information can then be documented.
Remains as close to the physician as possible and limits time away from the physician and the patient.
Becomes fluent in the exact requirements of each examination.
When applicable, prepares accurate eye glass or contact lens prescriptions and/or medication prescriptions for the eye physician's signature prior to the completion of the examination.

High school diploma. Previous experience in a medical office is preferred.

Fluency in English, bilingual preferred. Basic understanding of algebraic principles. Excellent spelling ability. Experience maintaining patient confidentiality. Strong professional interpersonal skills. Demonstrated respect for staff and patients. Excellent verbal and written communication. Team-orientation. Management of multiple projects simultaneously & strong organization with attention to detail. Legible handwriting & computer literacy.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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