CCM Scribe Non Licensed, PRN, Shift Varies

Job Summary

Aid EM providers with documentation, transcription, and clerical tasks while following hospital policies and aligning with Decatur Morgan Hospital's mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

• Accompany EM provider to treatment space for patient evaluations.
• Record chief complaint, history of present illness, review of symptoms, etc., during patient exams.
• Use medical terminology and abbreviations in documentation.
• Review and capture patient information from previous visits.
• Place calls to providers, consultants, and departments.
• Answer and field incoming calls to provider lines.
• Follow up on diagnostic test results and alert providers.
• Transcribe test results and document patient care.
• Notify providers of patient dispositions and ensure documentation is complete.
• Monitor patient tracker board and alert providers of new arrivals.
• Review incomplete charts and assist with editing.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Complete HR and departmental requirements on time.
• Practice proper infection control and use two patient identifiers.
• Act professionally and respectfully towards colleagues, patients, and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associates degree or some college preferred.
• Completion of a scribe training program.
• One year experience as an EM scribe at Decatur Morgan Hospital preferred.
• Excellent communication and typing skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and rules of grammar.