Clinic Scribe CMA/LPN/RN - GI Clinic

Mercycare Service Corporation; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $5000 sign-on bonus

Competitive pay

Generous benefits package

Job summary

A healthcare organization seeks a Clinical Scribe to support patient care operations at their Cedar Rapids clinic. The ideal candidate will facilitate services, assist in charting, and communicate effectively with patients. Responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations and managing patient education. Candidates must possess an RN license in Iowa or a compact state and have excellent organizational and communication skills. This position offers a day shift with competitive pay and is part-time.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a medical office setting preferred.
• Current license to practice as a registered nurse in Iowa or compact state required.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates healthcare services and supports patient centered care.
• Performs real-time charting to ensure accurate medical records.
• Acts as a scribe during patient encounters and provides education materials.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Computer skills

Organization skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Education sufficient to obtain RN licensure

Tools

EPIC documentation tools

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Clinical Scribe CMA/LPN/RN - GI Clinic (1.0 Days NO WKNDS/HOLIDAYS!) page is loaded## Clinical Scribe CMA/LPN/RN - GI Clinic (1.0 Days NO WKNDS/HOLIDAYS!)locations: 600 Building - Main Campusposted on: Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id: JR103578**External Applicants Earn up to $5000 Sign on Bonus!**-No nights, weekends, or holidays!-Team focused scheduling-Opportunity for call coverage which entails providing nursing support via phone to our patients preparing for endoscopy procedures**Work Shift**Day**Scheduled Weekly Hours**40**Summary**This position supports Mercy’s philosophy of patient centered care by facilitating the delivery of health care services by providing knowledgeable support to the physician or provider in all aspects of patient care. This includes all interactions with patients and their families; in person during the clinic visit, telephonically and electronically. In addition, this position provides real-time charting, ensuring an accurate and completed medical record for each patient visit.**Job Description****Job Duties*** Prepares the progress note for the patient visit by manually bringing in provider-built EPIC documentation tools for the following sections: history of present illness, review of system, physical exam, assessment and plan. Ensures health maintenance section (including quality reporting measures) and immunizations are up to date.* Rooms and prepares the patient for examination. This includes reviewing histories, allergies, medications, reason for visit and taking vitals.* Per established standing orders of provider, orders/administers injections, orders/collects specimens for lab testing (ex. Rapid strep tests) and performs phlebotomy as needed. Provides test results as directed by Provider.* Populates patient-reported information into provider-built EPIC documentation tools for the specific disease states and preventative visits.* Communicates a summary of the patient-reported information to the provider prior to entry of the room or within the room with the patient present.* Accurately and thoroughly documents the encounter with the patient as it is being performed by the provider, which may include documentation in the following sections: problem list, history of present illness, review of systems, physical exam, assessment and plan, procedures and treatments performed by team, patient education, orders, medications, referrals, explanations of risks and benefits, and instructions for self-care and follow-up.* Identify the portions of the encounter that were scribed on behalf of the provider using the scribe signature per policy.* Provides patient instruction using pre-approved patient education materials specific to the chief complaint or for the health promotion of observed behaviors known to contribute to poor health, as directed by the provider.* Prints after visit summary and completes discharge of patient from exam room. This may include scheduling a follow-up appointment, providing referral information or scheduling patients for testing procedures and providing instructions.* Manages phone calls to patients regarding test/lab results and provides appropriate instruction for treatment, as directed by the provider.* Processes medication requests/changes/refills per established written protocols. This includes having knowledge of medications, including basic dosages, side effects and interactions.* Prepares the exam and treatment rooms, including instrument, supplies and protective devices for exam and testing.* Performs other duties as assigned.* Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.**Department Specific Duties**Gastroenterology Clinic * Maintains on-site sample medications according to Mercy's policies and procedures* Administers injections as needed.* Reviews medical records prior to patient visits to ensure physician/provider has appropriate history to see the patient, if not, facilitates receipt of documentation, testing results, and imaging.* Provide clinical scribe coverage as needed.* Schedule procedures* Communicate test results and medication changes to patients.* Provides coverage for other nursing staff if/when needed.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Excellent communication and customer service skills, computer skills, organization, time management, attention to detail and the ability to remain poised and efficient in a fast-paced environment.**Professional Experience*** Previous experience in a medical office setting preferred.**Education*** Education sufficient to obtain RN licensure required.**Licensure, Certification, Registration*** Current license to practice as registered nurse in the state of Iowa or compact state required OR CMA.* Current certification in Basic Life Support, in accordance with the American Heart Association required.* Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse & Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.**Pay Rate Type**Hourly***Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.***Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.locations: 600 Building - Main Campustime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 6 Days Ago# ## *An open-house hiring event at Mercy Cedar Rapids - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. every Tuesday**We welcome the chance to meet with you and share our current opportunities, including information on our exciting sign-on bonuses for select positions!**Mercy Cedar Rapids is a growing healthcare system, rooted in purpose and driven by people - like you. We care for those who care for others with competitive pay and generous benefits. But we don’t just offer jobs, it’s the sense of community and shared purpose – our dedication to caring for the sick - that really sets Mercy apart as an employer.**No appointment necessary – just bring your résumé!***The Mercy Touch — it’s compassionate people taking care of patients and each other. And, at Mercy Cedar Rapids, there's something for anyone who wants to have an influence on their community and grow their career. We are proud of our mission-centered culture and our employees enjoy growth opportunities, supportive team members, a generous benefits package and more.****If you don't see the position you're looking for - or if you're not sure what you're looking for, we invite you to join our Talent Community to stay informed about future opportunities!**