Clinic Technician (Medical Scribe) - FMH Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Clinic

About the role

This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care. This position utilizes knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide an excellent patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms, and other necessary measurements and recording chief complaint.
• Documents pain scores as appropriate.
• Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition, to the clinician.
• Affords assistance during exams and minor in-office procedures.
• Acts as a chaperon as needed.
• Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed.
• Prioritizes patient flow through the clinical process.
• Acts as a resource to clinician to provide optimal patient care.
• Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation, which includes completing medical records, labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records, and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit.
• Schedules and re-schedules patients as necessary.
• Confirms patient's appointments for the following days and informs patients of physician's orders or special instructions prior to appointment or procedure.
• Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and disinfection of equipment, exam rooms, and storage areas.
• Disinfects equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions following sterilization procedures.
• Fulfills basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs.
• Orders supplies and stocks patient care areas.
• Maintains an effective communication mechanism with all external and internal customers.
• Exemplifies service orientation and behaviors in all contacts.
• Accompanies physician into patient examination area in order to transcribe a history and physical examination as given by the patient and physician or medical provider.
• Records details of physical exam, including pertinent positive and negative noted abnormalities and patients’ general condition in the medical record system.
• Collaborates with test, orders, and results to ensure all health information is recorded accurately and ready for access by the medical provider.
• Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Requires knowledge normally obtained through a medical terminology course.
• Must be willing to complete medical terminology course within the first six (6) months of hire if not previously completed.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills as well as effective human relations and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, computer literacy and keyboarding skills are required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Certified Nursing Assistant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications: Certified Nursing Assistant experience preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Computer literacy and keyboarding skills.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental benefits.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition assistance, student loan forgiveness.
• Onsite gym, wellness programs, discount programs, The Learning Center (childcare services).

Pay

Compensation $20 to $26.75 wage based on experience and education. Additional Pay Shift Differential for weekends, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week, 5x8 hour day shifts. Available on Tuesday Through Saturday or Monday through Friday.