Scribe, FT (ON SITE)

White County Medical Center • Searcy, AR

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of the medical Scribe is partnering with the Physician/Provider to create and maintain each patient s medical chart. The Scribe adds electronic health data into the record in real time as patients interact with the Physician/Provider. While the Scribe listens to the interaction from a remote on-site or off-site location, the data he/she enters appears on a screen viewed by the Physician/Provider. The Scribe and Physician/Provider utilize two-way communication to ensure understanding and accuracy of essential information. The Scribe records symptoms, diagnoses and medical codes to ensure proper billing. He/she acts as the Physician/Provider s liaison with laboratories and staff, ordering tests, diagnostics, or shots. He/she prints out the patient educational material which becomes a part of the patient s permanent medical file. Following each patient encounter, the Physician/Provider reviews and authenticates the chart.

Requirements

• Degree or Certification as a Medical Assistant or equivalent is required
• Typing ability of 50 wpm and proficiency with computer applications
• A thorough understanding of medical terminology
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Versatile computer skills
• Must have the ability to document data accurately in real time

Nice To Haves

• Experience in medical transcription is preferred
• A minimum of one year of experience in a family practice or other multi-specialty medical clinic is strongly preferred
• Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Partnering with the Physician/Provider to create and maintain each patient s medical chart
• Adding electronic health data into the record in real time as patients interact with the Physician/Provider
• Recording symptoms, diagnoses and medical codes to ensure proper billing
• Acting as the Physician/Provider s liaison with laboratories and staff, ordering tests, diagnostics, or shots
• Printing out the patient educational material which becomes a part of the patient s permanent medical file

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree