Clinical Scribe - CMA/LPN/RN - ENT Clinic - Full-Time Days

Clinical Scribe - CMA, LPN, or RN - ENT Clinic - Full-Time page is loaded## Clinical Scribe - CMA, LPN, or RN - ENT Clinic - Full-Timelocations: Mercy Medical Centertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR103363**External Applicants Earn up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus!****Work Shift**Day**Scheduled Weekly Hours**40**Summary**This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by presenting excellent customer service and enables the facilitation of positive patient outcomes by providing nursing support to a Mercy provider.**Job Description****Job Duties*** Prepares the progress note for the patient visit by manually bringing in provider-built EPIC documentation tools for the following sections: history of present illness, review of system, physical exam, assessment and plan. Ensures health maintenance section (including quality reporting measures) and immunizations are up to date.* Rooms and prepares the patient for examination. This includes reviewing histories, allergies, medications, reason for visit and taking vitals.* Per established standing orders of provider, orders/administers injections, orders/collects specimens for lab testing (ex. Rapid strep tests) and performs phlebotomy as needed. Provides test results as directed by Provider.* Populates patient-reported information into provider-built EPIC documentation tools for the specific disease states and preventative visits.* Communicates a summary of the patient-reported information to the provider prior to entry of the room or within the room with the patient present.* Accurately and thoroughly documents the encounter with the patient as it is being performed by the provider, which may include documentation in the following sections: problem list, history of present illness, review of systems, physical exam, assessment and plan, procedures and treatments performed by team, patient education, orders, medications, referrals, explanations of risks and benefits, and instructions for self-care and follow-up.* Identify the portions of the encounter that were scribed on behalf of the provider using the scribe signature per policy.* Provides patient instruction using pre-approved patient education materials specific to the chief complaint or for the health promotion of observed behaviors known to contribute to poor health, as directed by the provider.* Prints after visit summary and completes discharge of patient from exam room. This may include scheduling a follow-up appointment, providing referral information or scheduling patients for testing procedures and providing instructions.* Manages phone calls to patients regarding test/lab results and provides appropriate instruction for treatment, as directed by the provider.* Processes medication requests/changes/refills per established written protocols. This includes having knowledge of medications, including basic dosages, side effects and interactions.* Provides assistance with diagnostic procedures (ex. EKGs) and treatments (ex. Nebulizer treatments) as directed by the provider. This includes obtaining specimens, labeling and disposition to the laboratory and explaining diagnostic procedures to patient as needed.* Prepares the exam and treatment rooms, including instrument, supplies and protective devices for exam and testing.* Performs other duties as assigned.* Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Excellent communication and customer service skills, computer skills, organization, time management, attention to detail and the ability to remain poised and efficient in a fast-paced environment.**Professional Experience*** Previous experience in a medical office setting preferred.**Education*** Education sufficient to obtain RN licensure required.**Licensure, Certification, Registration*** Current license to practice as registered nurse/LPN in the state of Iowa or compact state required OR CMA Certification.* Current certification in Basic Life Support, in accordance with the American Heart Association required.* Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse & Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.**Pay Rate Type**Hourly***Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.***Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.**The Mercy Touch — it’s compassionate people taking care of patients and each other. And, at Mercy Cedar Rapids, there's something for anyone who wants to have an influence on their community and grow their career. We are proud of our mission-centered culture and our employees enjoy growth opportunities, supportive team members, a generous benefits package and more.****If you don't see the position you're looking for - or if you're not sure what you're looking for, we invite you to join our Talent Community to stay informed about future opportunities!** #J-18808-Ljbffr