Medical Assistant
Retina Consultants of South Carolina • Myrtle Beach, SC, US
Posted 4 months ago
Join us at Retina Consultants of South Carolina as a Medical Assistant and play a vital role in transforming patient care. You’ll work directly with our experienced physicians and an engaged team to make a real impact on patients' lives. Every day, you'll gather patient information, capture essential images, and ensure accurate charting while setting up exams and treatments. We believe in empowering our team with comprehensive training to help you grow and succeed in your role. Plus, you'll enjoy a supportive work environment that values your skills and dedication.
We’re proud to offer a range of benefits that make this opportunity even more rewarding. Enjoy paid time off, holidays, and a scrub stipend to make your work life comfortable. Our comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance, along with a 401(k) plan and life insurance, support your overall well-being. At Retina Consultants of South Carolina, we celebrate innovation and encourage you to take charge of your professional development. Together, we'll continue to deliver exceptional, compassionate care to our patients. Let's grow your career and our community of care, side by side.
- Welcome and prepare patients for their physician examination
- Obtain and document accurate medical and ocular histories
- Measure visual acuity and perform basic ophthalmic testing
- Obtain intraocular pressure measurements
- Perform pupil examinations and other clinical assessments
- Perform diagnostic testing based on physician orders and patient needs
- Assist with imaging and testing such as OCT, fundus photography, visual fields, and other ophthalmic diagnostics
- Prepare patients for injections, procedures, and examinations
- Assist physicians during patient examinations and procedures
- Document accurate and complete information in the electronic medical record
- Scribe and/or document physician examinations as trained
- Prepare and maintain examination rooms and equipment
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with patients and families
- Follow HIPAA, OSHA, infection-control, and other compliance requirements
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment
- Work collaboratively with technicians, scribes, front desk staff, physicians, and leadership
Experience in triaging patients and accurately documenting medical histories
Ability to perform prescreening exams and check vision effectively
Proven track record of administering medications and providing patient education
Familiarity with tonometry, dilation, and various diagnostic tests such as Fundus photos, OCT, and Visual Fields
Proficiency in using Electronic Health Records (EHR) while adhering to HIPAA standards
Capability to assist physicians with ophthalmic procedures and maintain medical/surgical supplies
Not Yet Experienced? That's Okay.
If you have strong customer service, healthcare, medical assistant, nursing, or other clinical experience and are interested in ophthalmology, we encourage you to apply.
We provide training for motivated individuals who are ready to learn.
Compensation
$21.50 - $26.50 hourly
Benefits:
Paid Time Off + Holidays
Scrub Stipend
Medical Insurance
Vision, Dental
401(k)
Life Insurance
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