Medical Scribe (Van Nuys)

Position Title:                      Medical Scribe

Department:                        Medical

Position reports to:               Director of Nursing

As a vital member of the medical staff who will assist physician with EHR system using Ascribe to ensure accurate patient information is being transcribed. The responsibilities include collaborating with physician, operating EHR information using Epic system, performing clerical duties such as charting for provider appointments, and maintaining accurate patient data in the electronic file. The other duties include, anticipating the needs of the physician to ensure patient care is efficient, effective and in accordance with the core values of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Assist provider in maintaining notes during patient visits and documenting them in the electronic health records system.
• Support Physician with all patient visits to capture and transcribe medical information documentation utilizing EMR system.
• Work closely with assigned Physician to complete and submit all patient encounter records in the system within expected timeframe.
• Documents thoroughly and monitors basic lab results and screening procedures.
• Communicating with patients and Physicians professionally and effectively
• Performs other duties and tasks that improves productivity and maintains clinic workflow as assigned.
• Adhere to HIPPA guidelines.
• Assist with translation when necessary.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and skills

• Bilingual English/Spanish required
• Previous scribing experience in an outpatient clinic.
• Ability to accurately document patient care and transcribe patient appointments
• Detailed knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to distinguish different exams and medical diagnoses.
• Prior experience with electronic medical records preferred
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good bedside manner and interpersonal skills to communicate with patients effectively 

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent and additional schooling for medical terminology preferred.