Medical Transcriptionist

Compass Connections•Robstown, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Compass Connections is hiring a Medical Transcriptionist at its facility in Robstown, Texas. The organization provides emergency shelter and group-home placement for children while working toward family reunification. This role supports clinic operations and medical services for the service population, including maintaining medical records, transcribing clinical documentation, coordinating referrals and appointments, assisting with medical intake and medication audits, and supporting the Certified Nurse Practitioner during on-site appointments. The position serves as a liaison between medical and residential services and requires fluency in English and Spanish. The schedule is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; the employee must also remain available for on-call scheduling and may need to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. The hourly rate is $22.62. Benefits are available on the first day of employment, including employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan options, and additional employer-sponsored benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience performing professional administrative work in a health care setting, including medical scribe or health care documentation specialist experience and Spanish/English transcription of medical documentation.
Fluency in English and Spanish.
Current BLS certification, first aid, and CPR.
Pass pre-employment and random drug screens.
Provide proof of work eligibility upon request; applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Pass pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
Demonstrate cultural and socioeconomic sensitivity when responding to the service population.
Work collaboratively with staff, service providers, and other professionals.
Communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English.
Work in a fast-paced environment, maintain emotional control and professional composure, and make decisions based on program and service population needs.
Maintain computer literacy needed to perform the role.
Work independently without intensive supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrate working knowledge of company policies and procedures and complete and sign the Operations Policy and Procedure review and certification.
Provide a current physical-medical release and proof of immunizations, titers, or declinations for MMR, Varicella, HepB, HepA, Tetanus, and PPD.
Receive an annual influenza vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption, and provide proof as a new hire.
Perform physical activity including extensive walking, lifting patients, stretching, and bending.
Maintain professional people skills, including oral, written, listening, and non-verbal communication skills.
Work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Community Health or an equivalent medical services field.
PALS certification.
Meningococcal immunization.

Responsibilities

Meet and maintain applicable federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards.
Communicate with the Certified Nurse Practitioner, RN Manager, and other medical staff about care, and act as a liaison between medical and residential services.
Maintain electronic health care records and the federal Medical Portal.
Assist with daily MAR audits, ensure proper documentation, and report medication errors to the RN Manager.
Compile daily medical lists and distribute them to designated staff.
Assist with medical intake in collaboration with other medical staff.
Protect the confidentiality of health care records and information in accordance with HIPAA, PHI requirements, and company protocols.
Follow scheduled hours, remain available for on-call scheduling, and work evenings, weekends, or holidays when needed or requested.
Apply positive behavior management techniques, including verbal redirection, de-escalation, and containment.
Recognize signs of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and sexually provocative behavior, and follow professional response, reporting, and documentation procedures.
Interact with children compassionately and professionally, with sensitivity to cultural interpretation.
Participate in scheduled meetings, team decisions, and operations.
Plan, organize, and prioritize daily work using sound judgment.
Follow safety protocols, including evacuating with children and staff during emergencies.
Maintain confidentiality regarding the service population and program operations, and follow professional and ethical standards and dress code.
Ensure referrals and orders initiated by the Certified Nurse Practitioner are completed and specialty appointments are scheduled.
Attend on-site medical appointments with the Certified Nurse Practitioner, including initial exams, sick calls, and follow-up appointments.
Assist the Certified Nurse Practitioner with translation of verbally reported medical history, current illness history, and signs and symptoms as needed.
Transcribe the Certified Nurse Practitioner’s written documentation into applicable electronic medical record platforms in compliance with federal and licensing standards.
Perform clinic or designated-site administrative duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Administer and execute assigned medical services as prescribed by an advanced practice provider or physician, including medication administration and well- and sick-child visits.
Document activities accurately in accordance with agency policies, contract and regulatory requirements, standards, and program timelines.
Meet deadlines required by the program and federal partners.
Perform other duties as assigned.