The Medical Scribe functions as an integral member of the health information management team by transcribing all medical records and patient information, within the standards set up by the department and the facility.
Organize and prioritize transcription requests in a manner which facilitates meeting established deadlines and completion of transcription workloads in a timely fashion.
Maintain a transcription log consisting of patient's name, medical record number, attending licensed practitioner, person dictating, and type of report, date of dictation and date of transcription.
Reproduce all transcribed reports as requested and in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures.
Distribute all in-house patient reports to appropriate units.
Distribute all reports on discharged patients to the Health Information Technician for filing.
Assemble and review all discharge medical records.
Adhere to facility, department, corporate, personnel and standard policies and procedures.
Ability to see well enough to read handwritten and typewritten material.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. to move/transfer file boxes, data processing paper.
High School Graduate/GED.
1-3 years preferred experience.
Ability to work closely with facility and medical staff.
Good communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Minimum typing speed of 60 wpm.
Thorough knowledge of transcription devices, techniques and procedure.
Complete knowledge of medical terminology.
Advanced knowledge of computer and various software packages.
Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses.
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.