Hand Surgery Specialists of Nevada

Orthopaedic Surgery Medical Scribe

JOB SUMMARY:

Provide detailed written documentation of orthopaedic hand and upper extremity outpatient visits in coordination with the treating surgeon. Assist with further tasks as delineated by the supervising surgeon and medical assistant to increase clinic flow and efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and assembles medical record documentation/charts for physician(s).
• Enters the patient room with the physician during patient visit to capture and transcribe medical record documentation utilizing an electronic medical record system.
• Ensures medical record compliance by self-documentation attestation.
• Updates patient history, physical exam, and other pertinent health information
• Prepares and sends all documentation to physician for review and approval via authentication of detailed data entry and facility-specific procedures
• Complies with medical facility policies, including those relating to HIPAA
• Performs other clerical duties and tasks to improve provider productivity and clinic workflow as assigned.
• Assist the practice with routine patient care tasks as designated by physician and medical assistant; this may include greeting patients, dressing changes, scheduling follow-up appointments, referrals, and more.
• Data entry

CORPORATE CULTURE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with healthcare service standards
• Perform other duties as may be assigned cheerfully and willingly
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Treating others with respect, patience, and a caring spirit
• Function as a team player
• Reflect the values of the practice

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school education or GED equivalency;
• Experience in a medical office or science degree preferred
• Computer skills and incorporation of technology, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe, electronic medical records use and application, online form generation

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Customer service and conscientious work habits
• HIPAA guidelines
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology, diagnostic coding
• Medical Coding - Knowledge of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and ICD-10 diagnostic coding.
• Active communication skills, including written and spoken
• Critical thinking
• The ability to recognize problems, identify solutions or route to coworkers for solution
• Multi-tasking, conscientious and attention to detail
• Spanish language skills preferred, but not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Strength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Sedentary (exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally)
• Standing/Walking: Occasionally; activity exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Keyboarding/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists from ¾ of the time
• Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods.
• Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in written form

EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Must exhibit stable work behaviors daily
• Must possess adequate individual coping skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional regardless of workload or time constraints
• Must be able to work under stress and remain calm and professional
• Respect towards patient, staff, and supervisors

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposed to frequent interruptions in daily functions/schedule.
• Must be available to team throughout the day
• Ability to adapt

COMPENSATION DETAILS

• $13
• Part time, 2.5 to 3 days weekly, 8:00 to 5:00

SKILLS LEARNED AND ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• Medical Terminology related to orthopaedics
• Develop understanding of principles of collecting thorough patient histories
• Gain familiarity with exam techniques and findings
• Accrue hours that may apply towards health related graduate program requirements
• Gain exposure to health care field/orthopaedics for those in pre-professional programs

CLINIC LOCATIONS

• 9321 W. Sunset Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89148
• 1617 E. Windmill Lane, Suite 100, Las Vegas, NV 89123

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Typing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person