What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Scribe - Rheumatology position at Powers Health?
Position: Medical Scribe - Clinic
Location: Munster, IN
Specialty: Rheumatology
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Provider, assists in transcribing medical history and physical exam; accurately documents the Provider’s encounter with the patient; records all proper diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow up instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the Provider; transcribes all patient orders.
Education/Experience Requirements
- High School graduate or GED equivalent required
- Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, or Certified Medical Assistant strongly preferred
- If not a Medical Assistant, successful completion of Certified Provider Order Entry Professional (CPOEP) course Required (must obtain within six months from hire date)
- Medical background, terminology, and experience in related field required
- (Acceptable areas include Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy, Nursing, Radiology, or other related clinical documentation fields)
- Six months experience as a Medical Scribe strongly preferred
- EPIC experience preferred
- Maintain current CPR certification
- Computer proficiency; able to type quickly; ability to quickly learn new applications
- PC keyboard data entry skills and the ability to type a minimum of 30-35 wpm are required
- Basic understanding of medical documentation and terms; ability to spell accurately; able to accurately record information
- Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
- Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively
- Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation
- Completes annual skill validation as well as safety and infection control procedures
- Excellent attitude, interpersonal skills, and communication abilities necessary to interact with patients, family members, physicians, and other medical associates
