The primary goal of a Scribe is to increase the efficiency and productivity of the Physician they are working for. This employee allows the Doctor to focus on what is most important, the patient.
Requirements
- Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician.
- Responsible for the operation of the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) of patients.
- Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic.
- Open and close exam rooms as needed.
- Help with testing and keep rooms filled to maintain flow of the clinic.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of examination and procedure codes (ICD-9 codes) when inputting into the EMR system.
- Ensure that accurate procedure coding/charges for all procedures/drugs for all patients and correct diagnosis codes are used.
- Must be discreet, tactful, and modest in performance of the duties so as not to distract medical staff from patient care.
- Good judgment, organization ability, attention to detail, and ability to be self-motivated are especially important.
- Must be willing to travel between offices.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
- 401k + Employer Matching
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Optical Education Reimbursement
- Competitive Base Pay