What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Center Scribe position at University Medical Center?
We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas®. Emergency Center Scribe General Job / Performance Information This position will be for DAY TIME shifts. Typical shifts are 7AM to 7PM and the days will vary. This will be PRN/On-call. Education and Experience High school/GED Some college preferred Medical terminology preferred Anatomy & Physiology preferred Environmental / Working Conditions Works in a well-lighted, heated, and ventilated building. Hours may vary to accommodate needs in the department as prescribed by the philosophy of the hospital. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens is high risk. Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships This position requires close interaction with other ancillary departments to facilitate a quality multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. Job Description Scribing patient database, limited physician orders, and physician notes into Electronic Medical Record. Retrieve and collate patient records. Telephone and communication liaison for the physician. Patient room set up as appropriate. Monitor First Net Patient Tracking board and communicate the status of pending diagnostic tests to physicians and nursing staff, and facilitate patient flow in general. Assist as appropriate with coordination of patient/family care in a patient relations function. Assist physicians with DME arrangements and clinic referral appointments. Miscellaneous tasks assigned to facilitate physician efficiency. Physical Capabilities Work is of medium demand; walking, sitting, and standing most of the time while on duty. Occasional lifting of patients with assistance is required. Talking and hearing are essential in communication with patients, physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary support staff and in receiving doctor's orders and doctor's notes. Near visual acuity is required to work with charts and records. Skills and Abilities Must maintain excellent computer skills and data entry skills; Electronic Medical Record accessing and data entry, word processing, excel spreadsheet, Lawson. Must possess excellent telephone and communication skills. Fluent in medical terminology. UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.* Benefits: Resilience program Emotional Physical Spiritual Financial Career Community On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP) Discounted Pharmacy Cost Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region) Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf UMC Vision, Mission and Standards: Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect About UMC Magnet Designated 501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards: Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness About UMCP 35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as “One of the Best Places to Work in Texas” by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates
