Medical Scribe

As a  Medical Scribe , you would help create a more efficient office by capturing all patient clinical information and accurately document it in the electronic medical record. By efficiently and effectively doing so, you will help improve clinical outcomes and reduce patient wait times. In addition, you would ensure that the patient has an excellent service experience.

• Spanish speaking Preferred!

• This position works Tuesday and Friday in Orange NJ (Additional hours available in Union City)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the smooth operation of a Healthcare practice and accompany the physician into the patient examination room in order to transcribe/translate a history and physical exam, and accurately document the physician’s encounter with the patient and others present.
• List all proper diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow up instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the physician.
• Transcribe patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, medications, etc.
• Document any procedures performed by the physician.
• Maintain professional appearance and conduct at all times.
• Adhere to employer work practices.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff and managements.
• Effectively cope with typical job stress.
• Document work processes as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This position will be cross-trained to handle receptionist duties as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent,  required
• 6-months experience as a Medical Scribe or experience or equivalent education and experience,  required
• Individual seeking to continue higher education in medical school or other healthcare profession,  preferred
• Optional: Seeking to continue higher education in medical school or other healthcare profession
• Spanish and English  required