What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Scribe - Colonial Orthopedics - Days position at VCU Health?
Located in the heart of Colonial Heights, South Park Medical Center provides care to patients with various orthopedic needs in Richmond’s Tri-Cities area. Our team treats patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics with sub-specialties to include hand, podiatry, sports medicine, and wound care. Our clinical team comprised of RNs, LPNs, CMAs, Athletic Trainers and Ortho Techs consists of many skill sets and scopes of practice to enhance patient outcomes and experiences. If you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced environment and would like to enhance your knowledge and skill set, this is the place for you!
The Medical Scribe specializes in documenting the physician-patient encounter in real time. This position assists the physician in navigating the EHR, documenting the instructed medical information, formulating the physician note and importing diagnostic results as instructed. This position also ensures the documentation aligns with the health system compliance guidelines.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A Experience REQUIRED: Successful completion of the VCUHS Medical Scribe Training program within six (6) months of hire Experience PREFERRED: Previous experience as a Medical Scribe Experience with medical terminology & ability to multi-task Education/training REQUIRED: High School Diploma or equivalent Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: 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. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers and peers Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Rotating shifts Age Specific groups served: N/A Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent, change
This job is Monday - Friday. No weekends or holidays!
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
The Medical Scribe specializes in documenting the physician-patient encounter in real time. This position assists the physician in navigating the EHR, documenting the instructed medical information, formulating the physician note and importing diagnostic results as instructed. This position also ensures the documentation aligns with the health system compliance guidelines.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A Experience REQUIRED: Successful completion of the VCUHS Medical Scribe Training program within six (6) months of hire Experience PREFERRED: Previous experience as a Medical Scribe Experience with medical terminology & ability to multi-task Education/training REQUIRED: High School Diploma or equivalent Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: 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. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers and peers Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Rotating shifts Age Specific groups served: N/A Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent, change
This job is Monday - Friday. No weekends or holidays!
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
