Medical Scribe

Description

Position Summary

The Medical Scribe is responsible for transcription of patient medical information and other assigned typing duties using transcribing and word-processing equipment. Coordinates, distributes, and files output. Functions in a multi-disciplinary environment, which requires the application of excellent customer services skills.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Transcribes medical reports and correspondence from recorded dictation.
• Transcribes taped dictation of records and letters and other material for physicians, physician extenders, and nurses in a timely manner with a high degree of accuracy utilizing EHR or word-processing and dictation equipment.
• Ensures correct spelling of medical terms and other words; ensures correct punctuation and grammar. Makes necessary corrections without changing the test meaning.
• Distributes completed documents in designated folders to dictating person within timeframe designated. Makes corrections as necessary.
• Fax reports to outside physicians who have referred patients to the clinic or internal physicians that have referred to them.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of word-processing software and or electronic health record system.
• Knowledge of medical transcription guidelines and practices including legal responsibilities related to confidentiality.
• Skill in written and oral communication through effective interactions with physicians and other staff.
• Skill in customer service through professional and pleasant interactions with public and staff.
• Ability to work scheduled hours as defined in the job offer.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for extensive periods of time.
• Ability to type 80 wpm from a tape using transcription equipment including earphones and foot controls.
• Ability to use designated reference materials.
• Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.

Education / Training / Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, NRCMA, NCMA, or RMA).
• Current CPR or BLS certificate.
• Two years of medical transcription experience in medical environment.
• Certificate of completion in a medical terminology class.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift or move equipment.

• Ability to stand and walk for limited periods of time.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to enter data into a computer via a keyboard.
• Ability to occasionally reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 30 lbs. *
• Ability to grasp and hold up to 30 lbs.*
• Ability to occasionally squat and lean over.
• Ability to hear normal voice level communications in person or through the telephone.
• Ability to speak clearly and understandably.
• Basic vision, corrected.
• Ability to see and understand data on a computer screen.

Success Factors

• Alignment with Company Mission and Core Values
• Excellent Time Management/Organized
• Open Communication/Positive
• Goal Driven
• Excellent Customer Service
• Juggles Multiple Priorities
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail

All statements are essential functions of the position unless identified as non-essential by an asterisk (*).