Medical Scribe

*Job Summary*

The Swift Institute is seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Medical Scribe to join our healthcare team. The Medical Scribe will assist providers with appropriate, timely, and accurate documentation in the EHR system, allowing them to spend more face-to-face time with the patient. They accurately document the events and decision-making in a manner that results in appropriate medical charting. Scribes also complete clerical activities necessary to assist with the processing of physician orders for tests and medications, as well as gathering necessary information such as labs, radiology reports, etc.

*Responsibilities*

- Accurate, timely charting of patient encounters, including but not limited to patient history, physical exams, diagnostic findings, lab and test results, consultations with other providers, treatment course, diagnoses, discharge instructions, and prescriptions.

- Professional, non-intrusive interaction with patients (the Scribe does not directly assist with patient care), physicians, and other co-workers.

- Compliance with HOPCo policies, including those relating to the confidentiality of patient information.

- Assist with all aspects of patient coordination of care as deemed necessary.

- Other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to training other Scribes and staff.

*Education*

- Graduation from a Medical Assistant training program, Scribe training program, or other healthcare-related program preferred OR;

- Six (6) months of applicable experience acceptable with successful completion of HOPCo’s Competency Exam within the first 30-days of hire.

*Experience*

- Minimum of six (6) months of a medical group or healthcare back-office work experience or applicable healthcare work experience required.

- Experience in orthopedics is preferred

*Requirements*

-Must be able to type 60 WPM

*Knowledge*

- Knowledge of the health care field and orthopedics preferred.

- Knowledge of policies and procedures with regard to patient care in the clinics.

- Knowledge of patient confidentiality, state laws, HIPAA regulations, and medical records procedures

*Skills*

- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high professional ethical standards.

- Must be able to problem-solve under pressure

- Coordinate multiple projects and patients

*Abilities*

- Ability to learn and appropriately apply basic medical terminologies and techniques taught and used on the job.

- Ability to actively listen with strong written and verbal communication skills. Keyboard proficiency

- Ability to communicate and interact professionally with others.

- Ability to operate a personal computer and related software applications.

- Understanding of and commitment to the appropriate protection of confidential patient information

*Enviornmental Working Conditions*

- Normal office environment.

- Some travel within the community.

*Physical/ Mental Demands*

- Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.

- Some bending and stretching are required.

- Manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard

*Organizational Requirements*

- Swift Institute and HOPCo Mission, Vision, and Values must be read and signed.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions may change as needs evolve

Join our team as a Medical Scribe and contribute to enhancing patient care through precise documentation and support for our healthcare providers.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Typing: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Reno, NV 89521 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Reno, NV 89521: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $18