Ophthalmic Scribe/Technician – Retina Practice ($25–30/hr)

Ophthalmic Scribe / Technician

Pennsylvania Retina Specialists, PC
Camp Hill, Hershey, York, and State College, PA
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | No Weekends
$25.00 – $30.00 per hour - starting rate commensurate with experience

Pennsylvania Retina Specialists is seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Scribe/Technician to join our growing retina practice. This position works directly with a retina specialist to provide real-time clinical documentation and support efficient clinic operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ophthalmic professional seeking a stable, full-time role in a high-quality specialty practice with competitive pay and strong benefits.

Responsibilities

Ophthalmic Scribing and Clinical Documentation

• Accurately document physician exams, findings, and treatment plans in Nextech EMR
• Enter diagnosis and procedure coding at the physician's direction
• Ensure complete and accurate clinical documentation
• Support efficient clinic flow by preparing charts and coordinating documentation

Clinical and Technical Support

• Assist the physician with minor in-office procedures
• Facilitate patient consents and procedure preparation
• Communicate with pharmacies regarding prescriptions
• Coordinate with the front desk and billing on scheduling and documentation needs

Ophthalmic Technician Duties (as needed)

• Perform patient workups, including visual acuity, history, and testing
• Perform ophthalmic imaging (OCT, fundus photography, visual fields, etc.)
• Assist with injections and in-office procedures
• Support clinic operations across multiple locations

Requirements

Required:

• Experience as an Ophthalmic Technician or Ophthalmic Scribe
• Strong ophthalmic knowledge and clinical workflow understanding
• Strong typing and computer skills
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Reliable transportation to travel between office locations
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• Retina experience strongly preferred
• COA, COT, CRT, or Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (IJCAHPO)
• Experience with Nextech/MDI or similar ophthalmology EMR

Compensation and Benefits

Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour (based on experience)

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Company paide short-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life and long-term disability insurance

Schedule

Full-time
Monday–Friday
Day shift
No weekends or holidays

Work Location

In person at multiple locations:
Camp Hill, Hershey, York, and State College, PA

Why Join Pennsylvania Retina Specialists?

• Established, growing retina practice
• Modern equipment and technology
• Professional, team-focused environment
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Opportunity for growth and certification support

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Ophthalmology: 2 years (Required)
• scribing: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Camp Hill, PA 17011 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Camp Hill, PA 17011: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person