Medical Scribe jobs in Springfield, IL

Description

Job Summary:

The Medical Scribe is responsible for assisting the Physician in the exam room by transcribing medical record documentation utilizing electronic medical record applications. This position prepares chart for visits, sends documentation to Physician for review and updates patient information during visit.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Qualifications

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares and assembles medical record documentation/charts for physician(s)
• Enters the patient room with the physician during the patient visit to capture and transcribe medical record documentation utilizing electronic medical record applications
• Ensures medical record compliance by self-documentation attestation
• Updates patient history, physical exam, and other pertinent health information in the patient electronic medical record
• Prepares and sends all documentation to physician for review and approval via authentication of detailed date entry and facility-specific procedures
• Monitors the duration of basic lab results and screening procedures
• Performs other clerical tasks to improve provider productivity and clinic workflow as assigned

Competencies:

• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain a high level of Organizational skills
• Ability to learn reasonable quickly
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to related to persons of various economic levels and cultures
• Ability to remain relaxed and calm under stressful situations
• Ability to speak and write professionally and fluently in English; Spanish desirable
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively
• Ability to maintain record-keeping and utilize reporting skills
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office skills
• Cooperative and non-competitive attitude with ability to take initiative
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism and superior customer service skills while working in a fast-paced, moderately stressful environment

• Patient and staff friendly with excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in use of telephone system, computer, and basic office equipment

Education and Experience:

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• Bachelors degree with pre-health career track preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy preferred
• Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word processing and database software programs
• Minimum of 60 WPM preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to deliver medical services and use equipment.
• Ability to work in conditions that include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissues, contagious diseases and/or other potentially hazardous materials
• Fine motor coordination sufficient to perform manipulative skills
• Moderate physical exertion including frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching and carrying moderately heavy loads (up to 25 lbs.)