Medical Scribes

JOB TITLE: Medical Scribes

LOCATION:  MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL 33621, United States

DUTIES:

• Preparing and assembling medical record documentation/charts for physician(s).
• Entering the patient room with the physician during patient visit to capture and transcribe medical record documentation utilizing electronic medical record applications.
• Ensuring medical record compliance by self-documentation attestation to include: Scribe name, title and doctor working for as well as specific date and time entry.
• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the physician, including but not limited to:
• Patient medical history and physical exam.
• Procedures and treatments performed by healthcare professionals, including nurses and physician assistants.
• Printing and coding patient education and explanations of risks and benefits.
• Physician-dictated diagnoses, prescriptions and instructions for patient or family members for self-care and follow-up.
• Prepare referral letters as directed by the physician.
• Preparing and sending all documentation to physician for review and approval via authentication of detailed data entry and facility-specific procedures.
• Spot mistakes or inconsistencies in medical documentation and check to correct the information in order to reduce errors.
• Maintain a clean and professional working environment.
• Accurately enters new patient information in to electronic medical records file.
• Enters orders into the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Create and update exam templates in the EMR for the physician.
• Compliance with hospital/clinic and ProScribe policies, including those relating to HIPAA and Joint Commission.
• Regular and reliable attendance at assigned facility required.
• Perform other clerical duties and tasks to improve provider productivity and clinic workflow as assigned.
• Understanding of and commitment to appropriate protection of confidential patient information.
• Position may require work at more than one clinic during a scheduled work week.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Candidate will have a minimum of three (3) years of providing medical scribe services as described herein.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy strongly preferred.
• Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate and interact professionally within a diverse team.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment.
• Cognizance of delicate and confidential patient information.
• Tech-savvy and able to operate a personal computer and applicable software with ease.