What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant/Scribe position at Advanced Pain Management?
Overview
The Medical Scribe plays a vital role in the healthcare setting by assisting medical professionals in documenting patient encounters, ensuring accurate and timely medical records. This position is essential for enhancing patient care by allowing healthcare providers to focus on direct patient interaction while the scribe manages the documentation process. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of medical terminology and familiarity with various medical specialties, including emergency medicine, urgent care, dermatology, and internal medicine.
Duties
- Accurately document patient histories, physical examinations, and treatment plans during medical visits.
- Assist healthcare providers in capturing vital signs and other relevant patient information.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Facilitate communication between patients and healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Support administrative tasks related to patient care, including scheduling follow-up appointments and managing referrals.
- Collaborate with medical staff to ensure compliance with documentation standards and protocols.
Skills
- Proficiency in medical terminology, with a solid understanding of various specialties such as emergency medicine, urgent care, dermatology, and internal medicine.
- Experience or knowledge in patient care practices and the ability to take vital signs accurately.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently within a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems is preferred but not mandatory.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a healthcare team while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
This role is ideal for individuals seeking to gain experience in the medical field while contributing significantly to patient care and operational efficiency within a healthcare setting.
Job Types: Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 15 per week
Medical Specialty:
- Pain Medicine
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Vista, CA 92083 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Vista, CA 92083: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22