What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Scribe / Medical Assistant position at Osteopathic Family Wellness Center?
Medical Scribe / Medical Assistant
Pre-Med Students Encouraged to Apply
Fulltime 40hrs: Tuesday-Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred as our patient demographic are mostly Spanish speakers.
Essential Functions Include
Answering scheduling calls, triage, answer and process clinical calls, medication prior authorizations, process reports, create orders for the providers, check refill requests and process refills according to dx condition / written protocol, take vitals on patients, document nurse visit procedures.
Scribe for Provider
Accompany physician into the patient examination room to transcribe a history and physical exam, and document accurately the physician’s encounter with the patient and others present. List all proper diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow up instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the physician. Transcribe patient orders including referrals to specialists, laboratory tests, radiology tests, and medications. Document any procedures performed by the physician.
Additional Responsibilities
Maintain professional appearance and conduct. Adhere to employer work practices. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, and management. Effectively cope with typical job stress. Document work processes as required. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Preferred
AS degree in health sciences /MA Certification
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)
Skills
Medical terminology. Recognition of physical exam process and ability to record exam details.
Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications. Legible handwriting and ability to accurately record information. Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families.
Other Requirements
Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively, Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation, Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in person, by phone and in writing, Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance, Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with manager and peers.
Physical Requirements
Hearing: Adequate to perform job duties in person and over the telephone.
Speaking: Must be able to communicate clearly to patients in person and over the telephone.
Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens, requires occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to ten pounds unassisted.
Requires frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements (specifically keyboarding and writing), standing, walking, squatting, and sitting, with some lifting, pushing, and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift.
We are looking forward to hearing from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Primary Care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $19