Medical Scribe

Summit Health CityMD•New York City, NY

6d•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 assist the physician with basic patient care and medical procedures, as well as assist site management with directing patient flow, inventory, and following up on labs. The role also ensures site lab compliance with Department of Health (DOH) Regulations and provides unparalleled customer service to patients, adhering to established protocols and work processes. This position offers excellent exposure to the healthcare profession and serves as a valuable resume builder for those pursuing careers in medicine.

Requirements

High School Degree or GED
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.
Lift light to moderate amounts of weight (e.g., boxes of medical/facility supplies) to assist team members.
Ability to maintain a quick pace in fast paced urgent care medical facility for the duration of scheduled shift minus meal/break time.

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.
Friendly and professional with excellent bedside manner.
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.