MEDICAL SCRIBE (Full-time) WOUND CARE

Natchitoches Regional Medical Center; Natchitoches (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (NRMC)

Walk-In Clinic access

Competitive benefits package

Employer paid disability & life

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Natchitoches Regional Medical Center is seeking a part-time Medical Scribe for the NRMC Wound Care Clinic in Natchitoches, LA. You will accompany physicians, transcribe histories, document encounters, orders and procedures, and maintain accurate medical records while upholding patient privacy and professional conduct.

Required: High School diploma and current BLS within 6 months; 6 months experience as a medical scribe or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current BLS certification required within the first 6 months of employment.
• Bachelor of Science degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Accompany physician into the patient examination room to transcribe history and physical exams and document encounters.
• List all diagnoses, symptoms, follow-up instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the physician.
• Transcribe patient orders including labs, radiology, medications, etc.
• Document procedures performed by the physician.
• Maintain professional appearance and conduct at all times.
• Adhere to employer work practices.
• Establish and maintain relationships with physicians, staff and management.
• Cope with typical job stress.
• Document work processes as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Transcription accuracy

Computer proficiency

Typing speed (65 WPM)

Organization

Professional demeanor

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

EMR access

Job description

Job Type: Part-time
Location: Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
Department: NRMC WOUND CARE CLINIC

Works to facilitate patient flow and ensure an accurate and complete medical record for each patient.

Primary Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary responsibilities.

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 physician.

3. Transcribe patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, medications, etc.

4. Document any procedures performed by the physician.

5. Maintain professional appearance and conduct at all times.

6. Adhere to employer work practices.

7. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff and managements.

8. Effectively cope with typical job stress.

9. Document work processes as required.

10. Perform other duties as assigned.

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. Ability to type 65 Words per Minute 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.

7. Ability to use appropriate discretion in handling confidential information and materials.

Supervisory Responsibility

None.

Requirements:

Required Education and Experience

1. High School diploma or equivalent.

2. Current BLS certification required within the first 6 months of employment.

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Bachelor of Science degree is preferred, but not required.

2. 6 months experience as a Medical Scribe or 6 months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Although Natchitoches Regional Medical Center has earned many awards for quality and service, the greatest honor NRMC holds is the trust of our patients and their families. Record numbers of families across Natchitoches, Winn, and Sabine parishes are making NRMC their first choice for healthcare and choosing NRMC for their health journeys.

As a result, NRMC has become intricately woven into their life stories and family histories. Each day, they share stories of lifesaving care in the emergency room, surgery and medical units, as well as, the many joyful moments of recoveries and births. These remarkable moments are at the heart of all that NRMC Associates do. Our core purpose is and always will be to care for our community.

At NRMC, Associates, our Board, Physicians, and Volunteers are succeeding in creating a Zero Harm culture where everyone is positive, proactive, and accountable. NRMC is a learning organization where yesterday’s events and efforts serve as a baseline for today’s improvements; where people think about people and how best to serve; and where professionals acknowledge and address not only successes, but also any failures, so improvements are made each and every day.

In addition to offering competitive medical, dental, and vision plans for our associates, their spouse, and/or child(ren), NRMC offers other unique benefits such as:

• Health Insurance with 90% coverage when using NRMC services
• 50% off of medical bills from NRMC physician services
• Free generic prescriptions at our pharmacy
• Free and priority access to our Walk-In Clinic
• Health plan premium discounts with annual wellness compliance
• Employer paid long term disability and life insurance policy
• Flexible spending accounts (health care and dependent care)
• Medical Expense Reimburse Account (MERP)