Medical Transcriptionist

Grassi Retina MD SC; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401K

Health insurance after 90 days

PTO after 90 days

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Grassi Retina is seeking an experienced Medical Transcriptionist to join our team on-site in Naperville. The role focuses on creating and maintaining high-quality patient electronic medical records (EMR) and supporting clinical staff during patient encounters.

Applicants should have 1–2 years in a healthcare setting, a relevant degree or certification, and strong medical terminology knowledge. Retina-specific experience is a plus, with training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• On-site work five days a week.
• 1-2 years in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Associate’s degree or certification required.
• Must live within 25 miles of Naperville, IL, and be proficient in medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient charts in advance of appointments using the EHR.
• Enter data from referees, notes, MRIs, labs into EHR.
• Transmit chart notes and letters to other doctors.
• Process physician orders for tests, labs, imaging, and prescriptions.
• Document payer quality measures in the EHR (training provided).
• Review and edit coding for medical visits with coder/biller (training provided).
• Transcribe medical reports and dictations into the EHR.
• Confirm scheduling of follow-up appointments.
• Scribe in-room during patient encounters as needed.
• Assist with other office duties as needed (training provided).

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Team player

Independent worker

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree or certification

Tools

Email platforms

Spreadsheets

Job description

Medical Transcriptionist - #medicalassistant #documentation #healthcare #ophthalmology #retina #coding #scribe

Grassi Retina is looking for an experienced Medical Transcriptionist to join our team. We’re seeking a highly professional and team-oriented individual to create and maintain high quality patient Electronic Medical Records.While experience as a medical scribe or transcriptionist is preferred, we will train the right person!

This Position Will Be :

• Full-time and hourly
• Up to 40 hours a week
• As an important part of our team, this position will be on-site only - no remote work

Responsibilities :

• Prepare new and existing patients’ charts (electronic medical records) in advance of their appointments for our clinical team
• Obtain medical records and any other information needed and enter into electronic health record (EHR) e.g. referring doctor’s notes, open referrals, MRIs, labs, etc.
• Send our chart notes/summaries/letters to other doctors
• Coordinate and execute our physician’s orders for all necessary tests, labs, imaging and electronic prescriptions
• Ensure payers’ quality measures are documented in EHR (we will train)
• Review and edit coding for medical visit (with coder/biller) (we will train)
• Transcribe medical reports, letters, documents and dictation from our physician using appropriate medical terminology and spelling into EHR (we will train)
• Confirm correct scheduling of follow-up appointment and activities
• Scribe in-room for physician as needed during patient encounters
• Document various patient communications in EHR as needed
• Other office duties as needed (will train)

Qualifications Required:

• Must be able to work on-site, at least five days a week
• Must have a minimum of 1-2 years experience in a healthcare setting, preferably a medical office. Although experience is preferred, we will train the right person.
• Associate’s Degree/Certification required
• Must be proficient in most medical terminology, anatomy and physiology (we will train retina-specific; though, previous eye experience is a plus!)
• Must live within 25 miles of our office in Naperville, IL
• Must be highly computer-literate, with a strong command of document and email platforms. Spreadsheet proficiency is a plus
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate clearly in English in order to accurately document patient information and communicate with patients, staff, and providers in person, via telephone and via virtual platforms (zoom, google meets, etc.)

What Sets You Apart:

• You have a very high level of attention to detail - “perfectionists” welcome!
• You have a highly professional demeanor
• You are a team player who strives to help others succeed
• You are comfortable working independently
• You are willing to work cross-functionally when needed and offer help without being asked
• You have a high level of common sense and problem solving skills
• You have a warm and friendly attitude
• You have excellent interpersonal skills with patients and co-workers
• You have a drama-free attitude
• You easily adapt to different situations as they arise

Benefits :

• Salary commensurate with experience and certifications
• Profit sharing available after 1 year
• 401K
• Health insurance available after 90 days
• Accrued PTO after 90 days
• A uniquely positive, collaborative employee culture where you will feel supported and valued as a team member - hard to find these days!