Scribe (PRN)

The CORE Institute; Florida; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading orthopedic institution is seeking a Scribe to assist healthcare providers in documenting patient encounters accurately and efficiently. The position involves clerical activities to support patient care, ensuring compliance with medical record protocols. Ideal candidates will possess a background in healthcare and have strong communication, detailing, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a Medical Assistant or Scribe training program.
• Minimum of 1 year of Orthopedic scribe experience.
• 2 years of back-office work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely charting of patient encounters.
• Assist with patient care coordination and documentation.
• Comply with patient confidentiality and handling policies.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Medical Assistant training

Scribe training program

Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

Established in 2001,Southeast Orthopedic Specialists is a regional leader in orthopedic medicine. We are dedicated to growing with our patients. Our reach will continue to expand to meet the needs of all patients, present and future. It is our wish to make industry-leading five-star orthopedic care accessible to as many people as possible.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Assist providers with appropriate, timely, and accurate documentation in the EHR system, allowing them to spend more face-to-face time with the patient. They accurately document the events and decision-making in a manner that results in appropriate medical charting. Scribes also complete clerical activities necessary to assist with the processing of physician orders for tests and medications, as well as gathering necessary information such as labs, radiology reports, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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, treatment course, diagnoses, discharge instructions and prescriptions.
• Professional, non-intrusive interaction with patients, physicians, and other co-workers.
• Compliance with HOPCo policies, including those relating to confidentiality of patient information.
• Assist with all aspects of patient care and coordination of care as deemed necessary
• Other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to training other Scribes and staff.
• The job holder must demonstrate current competencies for job position.

EDUCATION

• Requires graduation from a Medical Assistant training program at an accredited institution, certification as a Nursing
  Assistant Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), graduation from a Scribe training program at an accredited institution, or a
  minimum of 1 year of Orthopedic scribe experience.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 2 years of back-office work experience or applicable work experience is preferred. Experience in orthopedics is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of health care field and orthopedics.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures with regard to patient care in the clinics.
• Knowledge of back office skills to include injections, sutures, and staple removal, DME orders, and Physical Therapy orders.
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality, state laws, HIPAA regulations and medical records procedures.

SKILLS

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high professional ethical standards.
• Must be able to problem solve under pressure.
• Coordinate multiple projects and patients.

ABILITIES

• Ability to learn and appropriately apply basic medical terminologies and techniques taught and used on the job.
• Ability to actively listen with strong written and verbal communication skills. Keyboard proficiency
• Ability to communicate and interact professionally with others.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and related software applications.
• Understanding of and commitment to appropriate protection of confidential patient information.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Normal office environment.
• Some travel within the community.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

• Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.
• Some bending and stretching required.
• Manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard.

** This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills,abilities, and working conditions may change as needs evolve. **

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Clinical back office or similar healthcare experience preferred

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