Scribe - Pediatric Dermatology

Medical Scribe

A Medical Scribe assists the Provider during each patient encounter to ensure an adequate level of direct patient interaction is achieved. During the encounter, they are responsible for locating and obtaining a patient's medical history, documenting dictated notes during a patient visit on the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), facilitating diagnostic test, all while providing unparalleled customer service to our patients. This is a great opportunity for those interested in furthering their education and/or career in the field of medicine.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Ability to maintain quick pace in fast paced outpatient facility for duration of scheduled shift (8-12 hours except for meals/break time)
• Direct patient interaction: rooming patients, vital signs intake, collecting patient demographics and medical history
• Documenting the visit on behalf of providers; inclusive of but not limited to patient orders, referrals/follow up information, etc.
• Providing compassionate care to our patients
• Assisting the physician with basic patient care and medical procedures set-ups
• Communicating with patients, pharmacies, and physicians over the phone under physician guidance
• Helping maintain a clean, courteous, and professional working environment
• Assist with training and acclimation of new hire scribes

Qualifications

• A High School Degree or GED
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or within 30 days of hire, required
• Friendly and professional with excellent bedside manner
• Computer and typing skills are required - minimum of 45 wpm
• Flexible with full-time work schedule including rotating weekends
• Passion for helping others in an outpatient setting
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and being able to work in a team environment
• Experience in any service industry a plus
• Must exhibit passion for outstanding results and compassion for those we work with and serve
• Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed, required
• Bilingual language skills required or preferred based on-site location

Environmental Risks

• Allergens: dust, mold and/or pollen
• Combative patients/visitors

Pay Range: $17.60 - $21.30 Hourly

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.