Medical Scribe

Hannibal Regional; Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Scribe to ensure accurate documentation of patient encounters. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, proficiency in medical terminology, and the ability to learn various software for dictation and charting. This role is crucial for supporting physicians in delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in medical terminology required.
• Completion of medical terminology course or one year experience.

Responsibilities

• Document physician dictated patient history and exams.
• Accurately record lab results, diagnoses, and patient encounters.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Communication

Active Listening

Education

High School Diploma

College Level Education

Tools

Computer Skills

Job description

The Medical Scribe is responsible for accurately documenting the physician dictated patient history (including family, social and past medical), physical exam, as well as procedures, lab and test results, diagnoses and any other information pertaining to the patients encounter in a timely manner.

- High School Diploma or Equivalent required

- College level education including health or medical related courses preferred

- Proficiency in medical terminology, completion of medical terminology course or one year medical terminology experience required

- Proficient computer skills required including the ability to learn various software programs for dictation and charting

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Ability to actively listen, observe and document events accurately and clearly

- Knowledge of proper English, spelling and grammar