Assist the provider in navigating the EMR and make entries into the health record as authorized by the provider.
Locate pertinent patient information and review prior medical records to obtain past medical history, including prior labs, imaging, etc. needed to help provider prepare for patient consults and procedures.
Prepare chart for upcoming consults and participate in patient evaluations to efficiently create and edit the patient medical record.
Chart in real time while provider assesses and examines patient.
Appropriately document procedures and treatments performed by Physician and place orders while in procedure room.
Transcribe all ancillary test results, including any lab and imaging tests.
Record physician dictated diagnosis, prescriptions and instructions for patient care/follow up
Respond to patient messages under the direction of the provider.
Communicate post operative orders with clinic teams and assist provider with overall day-to-day communication with internal teams, families, etc. as needed/necessary.
Support and adhere to established workflow to ensure proper medical coding and billing.
Perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and/or patient registration.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Abilities:
Excellent problem-solving skills
Detail oriented, disciplined and organized
Able to multi-task and work quickly, with constantly changing circumstances and priorities
Ability to communicate well with internal teams and patients and their families and to build positive working relationships.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Understanding of medical terminology, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessments to the extent required to accurately transcribe dictated reports.
Ability to translate medical abbreviations into their expanded forms.
Strong computer skills
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
5 years experience working as a certified scribe preferred
BLS certification required
Experience with GI or Pain Management preferred
Proficiency in MS Excel
Knowledge of GCP, federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA policies and procedures.
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