Medical Scribe (Prn) - Digestive Center

Surgery Partners Careers • Coeur D Alene, ID

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented, computer-savvy Medical Scribe to join our Digestive Center team! This position is per-diem, likely to be 1 shift per week. Under the supervision of the Practice Manager, the Medical Scribe is responsible for documenting and transcribing dictations into the Meditech EHR, and partnering with a physician to ensure complete and capture of medical information as spoken/ instructed verbatim. Accompany physicians into patient exam areas for the purpose of accurately documenting their encounter with the patient as described by the physician. Transcribe dictation for a variety of medical reports, including patient histories, physical examinations, emergency room visits, operations, chart reviews, consultations, or discharge summaries. Review and edit reports or dictated material for spelling, grammar, clarity, consistency, and proper medical terminology. Project a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of patients per Hospital policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Must be able to achieve CPR certification within 60 days of employment
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others
• Demonstrated skills in verbal, written English, and public speaking ability
• Demonstrated computer skills utilizing word processing, integrated databases, and other functions
• Ability to type accurately at 45+ words per minute
• Knowledge and demonstration of proper grammar and spelling in documentation, ability to write concisely, clearly and logically
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own growth and advancements
• Previous experience with medical terminology required

Responsibilities

• Documenting and transcribing dictations into the Meditech EHR
• Partnering with a physician to ensure complete and capture of medical information as spoken/ instructed verbatim
• Accompanying physicians into patient exam areas for the purpose of accurately documenting their encounter with the patient as described by the physician
• Transcribing dictation for a variety of medical reports, including patient histories, physical examinations, emergency room visits, operations, chart reviews, consultations, or discharge summaries
• Reviewing and editing reports or dictated material for spelling, grammar, clarity, consistency, and proper medical terminology
• Projecting a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of patients per Hospital policies and procedures

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed