Medical Scribe

Job Description JOB SUMMARYProvides medical documentation for physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs)ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAccurately and thoroughly completes documentation of medical visits and procedures performed by physicians and APPs as they are being performedCompletes dictation/faxing/phone calls and clerical tasks as directed by the medical provider.Reviews notes for mistakes and inconsistencies in medical documentation to avoid errors.Oversees appointment bookings and schedules appointments when needed. Maintains timely flow of patients.Greets patients. Screens patients for appropriate information.Assists medical assistant, LPN, or RN in preparation of exam rooms including re-stocking and cleaning of treatment areas.Arranges for patient testing and admissions.Provides information to patients and families regarding health prevention and promotion as directed by medical provider.Schedules appointments for patients.Completes documentation for schools or other entities as neededCompletes letters and forms as needed or requested.Attends meetings as required.Non-Essential FunctionsPerform other duties as assignedQualifications and education requirementsKnowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology.Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to input patient information.Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.Ability to work efficiently with physicians, staff, patients, and familiesStrong computer skillsMust demonstrate the ability to be a team playerWorking knowledge of computerized scheduling systems and general scheduling principles within a primary care clinic setting.Strong organizational and demonstrates the ability to maintain accurate notes and records.Ability to communicate proficiently through technology (email, cell phone, etc.)Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitudeAbility to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of workAbility to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal informationAbility to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely mannerAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional mannerKnowledge, skills, and abilitiesKnowledge of community health servicesStrong organizational and demonstrates the ability to maintain accurate notes and recordsStrong interpersonal skillsAbility to demonstrate strong essential leadership, communication, education and collaboration and counseling skillsAbility to communicate proficiently through technology (email, cell phone, etc.)Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitudeAbility to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of workAbility to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal informationAbility to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely mannerAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional mannerPhysical and Environmental ConditionsWhile performing the duties of this Job, the employee will have a combination of standing, sitting, bending and reaching. May work at a computer monitor for prolonged periods.Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions are possiblePosition requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing.