Parkside Family Medicine of Greer - Medical Scribe

Tribe 513•Greer, SC

About The Position

The Medical Scribe works directly with physicians to transcribe patient information in real time during clinical visits into Parkside Family Medicine’s electronic medical records. The role may also serve as a liaison among patients, families, team members, and Parkside providers. The scribe accompanies one assigned provider per shift and documents patient encounters as directed by that provider. The role requires maintaining confidentiality, following HIPAA and documentation guidelines, and completing annual MUSC Health compliance training.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Ability to document patient care clearly and legibly as dictated by the provider and follow applicable documentation guidelines.
Ability to work with non-cooperative patients and patients with psychosocial needs or chronic and acute health problems.
Ability to adapt to various work assignments.
Ability to work in an environment with exposure to potentially dangerous or infectious materials and situations requiring extensive safety precautions.
Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including potentially handling or lifting objects up to 50 pounds and standing, sitting, or walking for more than four hours per day.

Nice To Haves

Medical Scribe Certification is preferred but not required.
Background, education, or personal interest in medicine, science, healthcare, or a related field.
Motivation to develop medical knowledge through direct clinical experience.
Interest in building lasting experience with Parkside Family Medicine, contributing to team continuity, and developing clinical documentation proficiency over at least a 1–2-year period.
One or more years of experience in a medical setting.
Efficient computer and technology skills.
Desire to learn medical terminology, including abbreviations and correct English spelling.

Responsibilities

Accompany one assigned provider per shift during clinical visits and examinations.
Document in real time the provider’s dictated patient history, physical examination, family, social, and past medical history, procedures, lab results, radiographic impressions, and other information related to the patient encounter.
Place orders in the EMR for medications, labs, diagnostics, referrals, and other patient care interventions at the assigned provider’s instruction.
Provide exceptional customer service to patients.
Communicate with clinical staff, providers, patients, and families to support continuity of care.
Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of a team approach to patient care.
Document patient care clearly and legibly as dictated by the provider, following local, state, and federal documentation guidelines.
Maintain skills and knowledge through reading, training, and structured in-services.
Attend team meetings as scheduled.
Conduct oneself in accordance with the Parkside Family Medicine Employee Handbook.
Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
Complete annual compliance training provided by MUSC Health.