A Brief OverviewThe Cancer center DSL Medical Scribe will collaborate with physicians, patients, and office staff to facilitate patient flow and to ensure an accurate and complete medical record.
What you will do- Accompany physician into the patient exam room to document all physician directed elements of the patient visit in the medical record. This includes symptoms, medications, physical exam findings, and complete assessment and treatment plan. Assist the physician with documentation of patient care related issues.
- Coordinate these findings with the physician, and accurately document any procedures, tests, or other findings as indicated by the physician.
- Navigate complex medical records systems to provide efficient patient care. Ensure completion of forms as directed by physician.
- Ensure compliance with all medical practices and procedures to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Assist with training of new scribes and other clinical office staff.
- All other duties as assigned including department-specific functions and responsibilities (1, 2):
- Performs other duties as assigned and participates in organization projects as assigned.
- Adheres to safety, P4P's (if applicable), HIPAA and compliance policies.
Education Qualifications- High school diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred.
Experience Qualifications- Computer proficiency and ability to learn new programs.
- 70+ WPM highly recommended.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to perform tasks calmly and effectively in stressful situations.
- Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to ensure outstanding patient care.
Physical Demands and Work ConditionsBlood Borne Pathogens- Category II - Tasks that involve NO exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $35.14 - $44.79 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
