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1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Job Summary A Scribe works to facilitate patient flow and ensure an accurate and complete medical record for each patient in clinic setting. Reports to: Physician Practice Director FLSA: Non-exempt Job Requirements Minimum Education High School Diploma - required. Associate's Degree Preferred. Will consider Healthcare students enrolled in a program such as medical student/physician assistant student/or nursing student. Must be able to meet the requirements for clinic hours of operation. Minimum Work Experience Minimum 6 months experience as a Medical Scribe, or 6 months related experience and/or training. Will consider equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Skills Basic Life Support CMA License Required or CCMA Requires critical thinking skills, detail oriented with decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Must be flexible with work location assignments. Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, diagnostic procedure, pharmacology, and treatment assessment. Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications. Proficient in typing, spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Essential Functions Accompany physician into the patient examination room in order to transcribe a history and physical exam, and document accurately the physician's encounter with the patient and others present. List all proper diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow up instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the physician. Transcribe patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, medications, etc. Document any procedures performed by the physician. Scribe is responsible for entering attestation, sign and date all records at time of service. The scribe's primary function is to act as a "living recorder" with no clinical patient contact, eg.the scribe does not obtain vital signs, administer medications, or assist in medical procedures performed by the physician, nurse, or tech. Functional Demands Populations Served Neonate (Infant) Early Childhood (1 year) Late Childhood (5 years) Adolescent (13) Young Adult (17) Middle Adult (30 years to Older Adult (>60 years)) Portected Health Informatoin Type Of Protected Information Accessed Demographic Clinical Insurance Financial Complete Medical Record Bloodbourne Pathogens Exposure While performing this job, occupational exposure is present for all employees Physical Requirements Physical Dexterity and Effort: Rarely Bending/Stooping: x frequently Climbing: x rarely Keyboard Data Entry: x constantly Kneeling: x occasionally Lifting/Moving Patients x rarely Reaching: x frequently Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: x rarely Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: x occasionally Running: x rarely Sitting: x frequently Squatting: x rarely Standing: x frequently Walking: x frequently Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: x occasionally Pushing/Pulling 26-75 lbs: x rarely Pushing/Pulling >75 lbs: x rarely Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) 0-25 lbs: x occasionally Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) 26-75 lbs: x rarely Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) over 75 lbs: x rarely Visual Acuity, Hearing, and Speaking: Rarely Audible Speech: x frequently Hearing Acuity: x constantly Smelling Acuity: x occasionally Taste Discrimination: x rarely Vision Depth Perception: x frequently Vision Distinguish Color: x frequently Vision Seeing Far: x frequently Vision Seeing Near: x frequently Biological: Rarely Biohazardous waste/hazards: x Occasionally Blood and/or bodily fluids: x Occasionally Communicable diseases/pathogens: x frequently Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Administrative Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Lifepoint Health® by 2x Get notified about new Transcriptionist jobs in Florence, AL . We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lifepoint Health®

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