Opthalmic Medical Scribe (TEMP)

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional medical center in Ann Arbor is seeking an entry-level position to assist with patient charting and clinic facilitation. Your role will include accurately documenting patient encounters in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), retrieving patient information, and supporting clinic operations. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to type efficiently. This position offers a full-time employment opportunity in a dynamic health care setting.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to type 60 words per minute with accuracy is necessary.
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records and medical terminology is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Accurate charting of patient encounters in EMR.
• Retrieve existing patient information per provider's request.
• Clean rooms and help room patients.
• Facilitate clinic duties including stocking and ordering supplies.

Skills

Typing speed of 60 words per minute

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Knowledge of standard business software

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years of college in health science or biology

Job description

Job Summary

To enter patient chart information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) on the provider's behalf and help facilitate clinic.

Responsibilities

• Accurate, timely charting of patient encounters, including but not limited to patient history, physical exams, diagnostic findings, lab and test results, consultations with other providers, diagnoses, discharge instructions and prescriptions in a medical appointment between the health care provider and the patient within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System.
• Retrieve existing information from within the patient's chart per the provider's request.
• Retrieve supplies or instruments as requested by the provider.
• Escort the patient to other areas within the clinic when needed.
• Clean rooms and help room patients.
• Compliance with hospital and regulatory policies and agencies relating to confidentiality of patient information.
• Facilitate clinic with duties required to maintain the clinic, e.g., stocking, dusting, ordering clinic supplies.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
• Ability to type 60 words per minute with accuracy is necessary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Reasonable knowledge of and ability to use standard business software, computer applications and dictation equipment is necessary.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous Clinical experience or Medical Terminology experience is desired.
• Knowledge of University and departmental policies, procedures and regulations is desirable.
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records and medical terminology is desirable.
• Two years of college with courses in health science or biology area is desirable.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care