Scribe (Tues half day, Wed - Fri 7a - 7p)

Cleveland Area Hospital; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Area Hospital in Oklahoma is seeking a Medical Scribe to document patient visits and medical records under the Clinic Practice Manager. You will support clinicians, ensure accurate charting, and uphold HIPAA and confidentiality while delivering quality patient service.

The role requires a high school diploma, completion of an accredited Medical Assisting program, and 1+ year of experience in a medical setting; LPN experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Accredited Medical Assisting program completed.
• 1+ years of experience in a medical setting with thorough knowledge of medical terminology.
• Medical Assistant experience required.
• LPN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Organization’s Policies and Procedures.
• Accompany doctor into patient examination room to document the encounter accurately and efficiently.
• Performs all functions of a Medical Assistant.
• Performs routine patient care responsibilities.
• Conducts patient outreach phone calls, post procedure follow-up.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Understand and observe legal concepts (e.g. HIPAA, confidentiality).

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Medical Terminology

Computer Competency

Spelling/grammar

Ethical Practice

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Medical Assisting program

1+ year medical setting experience

Job description

Description

Are you passionate about patient care?

Would you enjoy being an integral part of a team on the verge of new hospital construction?

Are you motivated by ongoing improvement and an opportunity to make a measurable impact on rural healthcare in Oklahoma?

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Clinic Practice Manager, an experienced and knowledgeable Scribe will be responsible for documenting accurate and detailed information of patient visits and medical records. The Scribe will provide the highest quality customer service to patients, adhere to practice protocols and processes, and effectively manage the volume of work without allowing quality to be compromised.

PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions

1. Adheres to Organization’s Policies and Procedures
2. Accompany doctor into patient examination room to document the encounter accurately and efficiently
3. Performs all functions of a Medical Assistant
4. Performs routine patient care responsibilities
5. Conducts patient outreach phone calls, post procedure follow-up
6. Other duties as assigned by supervisor
7. Understand and observe legal concepts (e.g. HIPAA, confidentiality)

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assisting technical program

1+ years of experience in a medical setting with thorough knowledge of medical terminology

Medical Assistant experience required

LPN experience preferred

SKILLS:

1. Communication.
2. Customer Service
3. Medical Terminology
4. Computer Competency
5. Spelling/grammar
6. Ethical Practice.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift 20 lbs. using appropriate body mechanics techniques. Utilizes good hearing, vocal and visual skills. Occasionally requires bending and stretching. Pushing and pulling. May be exposed to communicable diseases.

EQUIPMENT:

Computer and Printer

Copy Machine

Fax Machine

Telephone

RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION:

This position could have access to patient confidential records and must comply with HIPAA regulations as well as Hospital and Clinic Compliance Policies.

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal function of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent to this position.