LPN Scribe Dermatology

Department:

Status:

Benefits Eligible:

Hou rs Per Week:

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 7:00 - 4:00

Fridays OFF

MUST HAVE MA OR LPN

** Scribe Training Provided**

Pay Range:

You will be helping patients live well by:

• Assisting physician/clinician in documenting details of the patient visit via the electronic medical record and performs other related clerical duties to increase physician/clinician effectiveness efficiency and productivity for improved patient flow and satisfaction. Effectively communicating and ensuring the patients clear understanding of the scribe role in order to enhance the patients experience and comfort level.
• Preparing and rooming the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information (i.e. chief complaint allergies and/or medications).
• Performing laboratory procedures (i.e. strep test wound culture specimen collection etc.) using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines.
• Assisting the physician/advance practice provider (APP) with procedures and surgeries such as pelvic exams allergy scratch testing EMG cautery colposcopy etc.
• Administering routine medications under physician/APP orders which may include but are not limited to immunizations antibiotics vitamins and topical agents.
• Providing basic patient instructions on the performance of routine tasks or skills. Following through with necessary procedure or test requests pre-approved care algorithms new appointment times and referrals to other facilities or services. Referring questions to registered nurses and physicians/providers per scope of practice guidelines and relays information back to patient as directed.
• Communicating with physicians and other members of the health care team to ensure smooth clinic flow and makes adjustments as necessary. Effectively communicating accurate and timely information with the patient.
• In accordance with policy preparing and assembling medical record documentation/chart for physician prior to patient visit. Anticipating physician needs for patient visits by obtaining internal and external previous medical records and test results. Ensuring that all elements of documentation are complete and accurate.
• Entering the patient room with the physician/clinician during patient visit to capture and transcribe medical record documentation in real time using electronic medical record applications. Documenting the physician/clinicians communication with the patient using appropriate medical terms and phrasing.
• Preparing (pends) orders including follow-up testing lab orders medication orders consults and/or referrals and the associated diagnosis to be connected with those orders. Documenting the correct follow-up instructions and level of service designation based on the physician/clinicians direction. Assisting in data entry from devices or other sources.
• Completing medical records for each encounter ensuring accurate and timely documentation. Under physician/clinician direction updating patient history and other pertinent health information in the patient record. Preparing and sending all documentation for review and approval.

Licenses & Certifications

LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices and

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

MA: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Degrees

MUST HAVE

LPN : Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing

or

MA : Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Proficient computer skills including keyboarding navigation within a windows operating system use of electronic mail and electronic medical records systems. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Ability to develop rapport and maintain positive relationships with a variety of patients family staff and physicians. Good organization prioritization and problem solving skills. Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.

Sign On Bonus
Grow your career and your bank account. This position is currently eligible for a sign-on bonus! If a two-year commitment is signed you will receive a $2500bonus on a paycheck following your first 90 days of employment.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs competitive compensation generous retirement offerings programs that invest in your career development and so much more so you can live fully at and away from work including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications skills relevant experience and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift on call and more based on a teammates job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical dental vision life andShort- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g. full-time part-time per diem temporary etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

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