What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Scribe position at Garden OB-GYN?
Busy OB/GYN office seeking a full time Medical Scribe to work with a physician in our New Hyde Park office. As a Medical Scribe, you will be responsible for accompanying the Physician into the patient examination room in order to transcribe a history and physical exam, and document accurately the physician’s encounter with the patient and others present. This is an in-person scribe position.
Responsibilities:
- Accurately document patient-provider encounters in an electronic medical record (EMR), including any past medical history, current medical issues, physical exams, treatment plans, disposition instructions, rechecks, etc.
- Provide advanced support to providers, including documenting phone calls, alerting the physician with labs/radiology reports are complete, grabbing faxes, etc.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Background in medical terminology, shadowing, volunteer experience a plus, but not required as you will be trained on medical terminology.
- Transcribe patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, medications, etc.
- Document any procedures performed by the physician.
Qualifications:
- Basic computer and word-processing skills
- Recognition of the physical exam process and ability to record exam details.
- Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications.
- Legible handwriting and ability to accurately record information.
- Organizational skills with a focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
- Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families.
- Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.