Medical Scribe

About the role

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Medical Scribe. The preferred schedule for this position is 4, 10 hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Accompanies the clinician into the patient examination area in order to transcribe a history and physical examination as given by the patient and physician.
• Documents any procedures performed by the clinician or nurses and printing the consent forms prior to the procedure, on the electronic medical chart.
• Is an expert in the use of various templates and documentation techniques available in the EHR system, and use these tools efficiently so individual encounters can be well documented, as well as accurately congregate data collected for statistical reports.
• Transcribes any consultations or discussions with family members and/or the clinician.
• Completes the patient’s chart by transcribing results of any labs, x-rays, or other evaluations.
• Lists all proper diagnoses as well as any follow up instructions and prescriptions, as dictated by the clinician.
• Orders labs and orders x-rays, with knowing how to add the patient to the x-ray schedule.
• Transcribe referrals during the visit while sending it to the correct specialty.
• Generates notes, excusal letters, and any other forms the clinician requires; in so being able to navigate the document library.
• Schedules a patient for future visits.
• Aides in management of QIP measures.
• Performs other clerical duties and tasks to improve provider productivity and clinic workflow as assigned.
• Ensures medical record compliance by self-documentation attestation.

Requirements

• One year of experience in a healthcare field preferred or minimum 2 year of college education with Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology coursework/degree.
• Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Indian preference.

Qualifications

• Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position.

Skills

• Expertise in using various templates and documentation techniques available in the EHR system.
• Ability to navigate the document library.
• Knowledge of scheduling and managing QIP measures.
• Strong clerical skills.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term disability
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Sick leave
• Garnishing 401(k) retirement plan

Pay

The listed wage reflects the entry-level rate for this position. Compensation may be adjusted based on experience, education, and qualifications.

Schedule

The preferred schedule for this position is 4, 10 hour shifts.