What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Scribe position at Kansas Heart Hospital?
Job Title: Medical Scribe
Department: Clinic
Job Function: Collects information from patients in real-time during their visits to improve documentation and to make the process of treating patients more efficient by handling electronic health records and documenting visits.
Job Qualifications:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Bachelor’s degree with pre-health career track preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy a plus
- Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programs
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Take notes during patient visits and documenting them in the electronic health records system
- Learn about the medical process and using a team approach in patient supervision and documentation
- Work with a supervising Physician to complete and submit medical records
- Communicate with patients and supervising Physicians professionally
- Complete all administrative tasks efficiently and helping the Physician take tests and give out medication
- Help electronically prescribe medication for patients
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Skills:
- Ability to expertly document patient care and transcribe patient appointments
- Advanced computer skills
- Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the patients
- Strong organization, multitasking and time management skills
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good bedside manner and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Job Relationships:
Supervises: N/A
Supervised by: Physician / Clinical Nurse Manager
Promotion from:
Promotion to:
This job description is not an employment contract. Employment at Kansas Heart Hospital is at-will. KHH reserves the right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
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