Medical Scribe

Allergy & Ent Assoc•Austin, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

As a multi-state, physician-led team of specialized providers and dedicated staff, we are focused on enhancing the well-being of our patients living with allergy, asthma, and sinus conditions. Our mission is simple: to empower individuals to embrace life to the fullest through personalized, comprehensive, and compassionate healthcare. A Medical Scribe’s responsibilities include collaborating with physicians and performing clerical tasks like printing out lab reports or charting doctor’s appointments, operating electronic health records, and anticipating the needs of the physician to ensure efficiency in a clinical setting.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or comparable experience.
One year’s medical office experience preferred.
Current CPR certification required. Medical Assistant Certification a plus.
Must be self-directed and able to work independently.
Attention to detail a must.
Professional, calm, and courteous demeanor
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, and Word
Safety and Confidentiality - Follows OSHA regulations and the safety guidelines of the Practice. Follows HIPAA policies and procedures. Respects and maintains patient confidentiality. Use CPR skills when necessary.
Organization — Uses time efficiently by prioritizing and planning work activities; is methodical and efficient in structuring tasks to be accomplished.
Professional Maturity — The ability to separate emotional feelings from the real issues at hand. The ability to legitimately and objectively challenge the substance of our beliefs and biases of our observations.
Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others; the ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Interpersonal Communication — Writes and speaks effectively based on the psychological, relational, situation, environmental and cultural dynamics within the situation
Communication — The ability to write and speak effectively using appropriate convention based on the situation; actively listens to others, asks questions to verify understanding, and uses tact and consideration when delivering feedback to others.

Nice To Haves

One year’s medical office experience preferred.
Medical Assistant Certification a plus.
Experience with NextGen EMR system is a plus!

Responsibilities

Preparing and assembling medical record documentation/charts for the physician
Updating patient history, physical exam, and other pertinent health information in the patient
Organizing and sending all documentation to physician for review
Fill out summaries of what was discussed during the consultation or treatment session
Send referral letters on behalf of your patient’s insurer.
Taking notes during patient visits and documenting them in the electronic health records system, NextGen
Learning about the medical process and using a team approach in patient supervision and documentation
Working with a supervising Physician or Doctor to complete and submit medical records
Communicating with patients and supervising Physicians professionally
Completing all administrative tasks efficiently and helping the Physician take tests and give out medication
Complies with Policies and Procedures and adheres to safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment.