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Ophthalmic Technician / Scribe (Retina Specialist)

Carolina Macula and Retina

Charleston, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$20–$25 Per Hour
SKILLS
Billing, Clinical Outcomes, Clinical Support, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Health Insurance, Identify Issues, Injections, Medical Imaging, Medical Office Administration, Medical Treatment, Medical Writing, Medications, Mentoring, Metered Dose Inhalers, Multitasking, Ophthalmology, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Treatment Plan, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Charleston, SC
POSTED
13 days ago
Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance

IMMEDIATE OPENING


Ophthalmic Technician / Scribe (Retina Specialist)


Mount Pleasant, South Carolina


Full-Time | No Weekends | Physician-Led Retina Practice


We are actively hiring an experienced Ophthalmic Technician / Scribe to join our growing retina practice.


This is not an entry-level technician role. We are looking for an experienced ophthalmic professional whose primary responsibility will be real-time physician scribing and clinical documentation during patient visits, procedures, and treatment discussions.


Approximately 70% of this role is physician-side scribing, requiring speed, precision, clinical awareness, and the ability to keep pace with the physician while maintaining exceptional documentation accuracy.


The remaining portion of the role includes direct patient care support, including workups, diagnostic imaging, and procedural assistance when clinic flow demands it.


If you thrive in a fast-paced ophthalmology environment, understand retina terminology, and can document accurately while keeping pace with the physician, we’d love to meet you.


 
Compensation & Growth
Starting pay: $20 to $25 per hour (based on experience)
Team members may earn up to an additional $7 per hour through certifications, continuing education, and demonstrated performance.


We believe in rewarding team members who invest in themselves, continue growing professionally, and contribute positively to our culture.


 
What You’ll Do


Primary Responsibilities
•    Provide real-time physician scribing during retina clinic visits
•    Accurately document patient histories, exam findings, diagnoses, treatment plans, and procedures in Nextech MDI
•    Document retina-specific clinical findings and treatment plans
•    Maintain documentation accuracy while keeping pace with physician workflow
•    Anticipate physician preferences and charting needs with minimal direction
 


Secondary Clinical Responsibilities
•    Perform patient workups including:
                      Visual acuity
                      Medical and medication history
                      Intraocular pressure testing
                      Review of systems
•    Perform OCT imaging and other diagnostic testing as needed
•    Assist with intravitreal injections and in-office procedures
•    Prepare rooms, instruments, and supplies for patient care
•    Support efficient clinic flow and an exceptional patient experience
 
What We’re Looking For


Required
•    Minimum 2 years of ophthalmology experience
•    Proven ophthalmic scribing experience (general medical scribing will not be considered)
•    Strong knowledge of ophthalmic terminology
•    Ability to type 50+ WPM with high accuracy
•    Excellent listening skills and attention to detail
•    Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
•    Professional, dependable, and team-oriented
 
Preferred
•    Retina experience strongly preferred
•    Experience with Nextech MDI
•    Experience with OCT imaging
 
Why Join Our Practice?


•    No weekends
•    Small, physician-led specialty practice
•    Direct physician mentorship and access
•    Meaningful patient relationships
•    Complex, interesting retinal cases
•    Opportunity for long-term career growth
•    Compensation that grows as your skills grow
 
Benefits
•    Health insurance
•    Dental insurance
•    Vision insurance
•    Simple IRA with employer match
•    Paid time off
•    Sick leave
•    Paid holidays
•    Parental leave
•    Uniforms provided
•    Team lunches provided
•    Wellness-focused culture
 
Professional Growth Opportunities


Team members are encouraged to continue developing professionally through:


•    IJCAHPO COA Certification
•    Ophthalmic coding and billing education through the American Academy of Ophthalmology
Exceptional performance in professionalism, attendance, and communication may also lead to early compensation reviews.


 
Important Note


This role is best suited for an experienced ophthalmic professional who enjoys being at the physician’s side, documenting complex patient encounters with speed, accuracy, and clinical confidence.


If you love ophthalmology, thrive under pressure, and take pride in being one step ahead, we’d love to talk.

This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship


 

About the Company

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Carolina Macula and Retina