Medical Scribe, Float - Urology (Westwood)

Description

The Medical Scribe will provide medical record support services. Duties will include transcribing medical data quickly and accurately while patients are being examined, preparing charts of upcoming new and established patients by entering referring and other treating Doctors(s) contact information, and all medical information relevant to the office visit, take patient history, symptoms and complaints in advance of visit. The incumbent will also provide feedback about any data entry errors and reviewing records using accurate spelling, correct grammar, and completeness before they are sent to the physicians for review and approval. The medical scribe will be responsible for keeping the physician(s) moving in the office during clinic hours. The scribe will complete all return to work and return to school forms when required by the physician. The scribe will also assist in abstracting, scanning, cataloging paper records into the electronic record, and other duties, as needed.

Salary Range: $26.68 - $34.70 Hourly

Qualifications Required:

• Ability to perform under the pressure of frequent interruptions and distractions.

• Ability to handle confidential material while protecting its strict confidentiality.

• Ability to proofread very detailed materials and monitor work accurately.

• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively and diplomatically interact with others.

• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain and convey information.

• Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal supervision

• Ability to maintain equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference or hostility

• Knowledge and skill in using various computer programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook email, and basic database software

• Ability to organize and track multiple records and requests and follow through in a timely manner.

• Ability to work flexible hours and travel to department clinics, as assigned.