OPS Scribe

Job no: 535600
Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Nursing, Health Care Administration/Support
Department: 29170000 - MD-ORTHOPAEDICS / REHAB

OPS - Healthcare

The Department of Orthopaedics is seeking motivated individuals interested in being employed as a scribe as part of a dynamic team who provides outstanding patient care.

In accordance with policy, prepares and assembles medical record documentation/chart for physician prior to patient visit. Responsible for ensuring that all elements of documentation are complete and accurate and must anticipate physician needs for patient visits by obtaining previous medical records and test results (both internal and external).

Enters the patient room with the physician/clinician during patient visit to capture and transcribe medical record documentation in real time using electronic medical record applications. Using appropriate medical terms and phrasing, documents the physician/clinician's communication with the patient and details of the visit in the electronic medical record, and performs other related clerical duties to increase physician/clinician effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity for improved patient flow and satisfaction. Under physician/clinician direction, updates patient history and other pertinent health information in the patient record and documents follow-up instructions.

Must interact in a sensitive and professional manner at all times with both internal (physicians, mid-level providers and other staff) and external (patients) parties. Must maintain strict confidentiality at all times and follow all University of Florida and Group Practice HIPAA and confidentiality policies. The successful candidate must be punctual and maintain an excellent attendance record, must be well-organized, demonstrate personal initiative and display interest in the overall well-being of the department and the greater health system.

Actual hours will be PRN and will vary weekly as needed to insure adequate staffing.

The finalists for the positions must complete a pre-placement health assessment.

Starting salary will be a minimum of $14/hr, negotiable to be commensurate with qualifications

• A High School Diploma, knowledge of medical terminology and technical spelling is required.
• Must possess the ability to multi-task, the ability to prioritize workload, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, ability to maintain a professional approach, ability to problem solve and ability to work in a team environment and assist where possible to ensure the success of the department.
• Must be articulate and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to travel to various locations.
• Must be available to work variable hours as needed between the following dates/times: Monday through Friday, 7:30AM – 5:30PM. Actual hours will be PRN and will vary weekly as needed to insure adequate staffing.

Experience in medical assisting, medical transcription, emergency medical services or as a healthcare professional is a definite plus.

Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter and list 3 references in order to be considered for this position.

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

This is a time limited position.

This posting will fill multiple positions.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Salary : $14