Medical Scribe

Summit Health CityMD•Farmingville, NY

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Scribe Tech is responsible for capturing accurate and detailed documentation of the patient visit into the EMR in a timely manner. They will also assist the physician with basic patient care and medical procedures, and assist site management with directing patient flow, inventory, and following up on labs. Ensuring site lab compliance with Department of Health (DOH) Regulations and providing unparalleled customer service to our patients are key aspects of this role. This position offers excellent exposure to the healthcare profession and serves as a great resume builder for those interested in CNA, MA, EMT, or Paramedic careers, as well as for medical school, PA school, or nursing school applicants.

Requirements

High School Degree or GED
Friendly and professional with excellent bedside manner.
Flexible with full-time work schedule including a weekend day.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
English language (speaking and writing) skills required
High attention to detail.
Must exhibit passion for outstanding results and compassion for those we work with and serve.
Team player.
Strong aptitude for detail, and ability to work independently, required.
Strong organizational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills required.
Computer Proficiency
Happy and positive thinking, able to project this attitude around others.
Flexible & adaptable nature to work in a continuously evolving environment.
Passion for helping others in an urgent care environment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree a plus
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program and/or phlebotomy certifications a plus, but not required. Training will be provided.
Knowledge of third-party payor requirements preferred.
Bilingual language skills required or preferred based on-site location.

Responsibilities

Capturing accurate and detailed documentation of the patient visit into the EMR in a timely manner.
Assisting the physician with basic patient care and medical procedures.
Assisting site management with directing patient flow, inventory, and following up on labs.
Ensuring site lab compliance with Department of Health (DOH) Regulations.
Provide unparalleled customer service to our patients, adhering to established protocols and work processes, and successfully managing volume without ever compromising quality.
Assisting the physician with basic patient care and medical procedures, which may include but is not limited to phlebotomy, Urine Drug Screens, lab processing, fit testing, rapid point of care testing, UA, EKG, procedure set ups, etc.
Ensuring Department of Health (DOH) compliance of site lab and exam rooms which may include but is not limited to logbook maintenance, checking for expired medications and supplies, proper handling of specimens etc.
Escort patients to exam rooms, x-rays or other facilities on site as needed.
Ability to maintain quick pace in fast paced urgent care facility for the duration of scheduled shift (8-12 hours except for meals/break time).
Facilitating any necessary diagnostic tests (e.g., CT, MRI, ultrasounds, etc.) and referrals to medical specialists for follow-up care via Aftercare.
Communicating with patients, pharmacies, and physicians over the phone under physician guidance.
Helping maintain a clean, courteous, and professional working environment.
Ensuring the site is fully stocked with supplies.
Providing compassionate care to our patients.