What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Transcriptionist/Scribe position at The Center For Neurosciences?
THE CENTER FOR NEUROSCIENCES, LLC 4370 7TH ST. MOLINE IL 61265
JOB TITLE: Medical Scribe
REPORTS TO: Clinic Manager
HOURS: Monday thru Friday
JOB OVERVIEW: Works with providers to maintain an accurate and complete medical record for patients.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
1. Accompany physician into the patient examination room in order to transcribe a history and physical exam, and document accurately the physician’s encounter with the patient and others present.
2. List all proper diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow up instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the providers.
3. Transcribe patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, medications, etc.
4. Document any procedures performed by the physician, including EEG and sleep studies.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintain professional appearance and conduct at all times.
2. Adhere to employer work practices.
3. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff and managements.
4. Effectively cope with typical job stress.
5. Document work processes as required.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Medical terminology.
2. Recognition of physical exam process and ability to record exam details.
3. Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications.
4. Legible handwriting and ability to accurately record information.
5. Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
6. Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families.
Other Requirements:
1. Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
2. Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation.
3. Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in person, by phone and in writing.
4. Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality and personal appearance.
5. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers and peers.
Physical Requirements:
Hearing: Adequate to perform job duties in person and over the telephone.
Speaking: Must be able to communicate clearly to patients in person and over the telephone.
Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens.
Other: Requires occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 10 pounds unassisted. Requires frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements (specifically keyboarding and writing), standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Medical: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital Signs: 1 year (Preferred)
- EMR Systems: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18