Medical Scribe

Location: Oncology Consultants - Medical Center CCO Office Pay Range: $14.47 - $22.88 Job Description Summary: The primary duties for the medical scribe are to accompany the physician into the exam room in order to document each patient’s interaction with the doctor. Scribes will use the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system in real-time to document dictation from the physician. Scribes are clerical in nature and are not patient care providers. Primary Key Performance Areas: Accompany the physician in the exam room for the patient interview and examination. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to document patient care as dictated by the physician in a legible, clear manner following all local, state and federal guidelines for documentation. Accurately and timely charting of patient encounters, including but not limited to patient history, physical exams, diagnostic findings, treatment courses, diagnoses, prescriptions and instructions as provided by the physician. Complete and present the medical record with logical note flow using the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system for review by the physician for any amendments before the physician signs the chart. Make chart rounds with the physician to review patient status, delays and any other care-related issues. Refer all requests related to patient care to the physician or nursing staff. Interact with all co-workers, physicians, patients and others in a positive manner to illustrate AON as helpful and encouraging to both internal and external customers. Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patients’ rights, safety, billing, human resources and collections. Adhere to all FCS and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and Disaster Recovery Plan. Keep work area and records in a neat and orderly manner. Maintain all company equipment in a safe and working order. Maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information at all times. Will be expected to work at any AON location to help meet AON business needs. Will be expected to work overtime when given sufficient notice of required overtime. Required Qualifications: A minimum of one year in the healthcare field is required and experience in a direct patient care environment highly preferred. Strong knowledge of medical terminology required. High school diploma, GED or equivalent education is required. Valid driver’s license required for travel between clinics. American Oncology Network AON is an alliance of physicians and veteran healthcare leaders dedicated to ensuring the long-term success and viability of oncology diagnosis and treatment in community-based settings. It is the fastest growing national network of community oncology practices delivering local access to exceptional cancer care. AON serves its expanding network of partner practices by providing proven practice management expertise. Our employees across the country work together to empower physicians to make cancer care better. By driving integrated, collaborative care, we are proudly helping community oncologists deliver the highest quality care to every patient. Cancer touches everyone. Being able to make a difference in the lives of those fighting this disease is something our employees at AON cherish and never take for granted. A career in oncology offers all sorts of rewards. But working at AON offers employees more than most. As a fast-growing national company, the opportunity to join a national workforce with flexible work options is available. We offer competitive compensation packages that include comprehensive health insurance with a robust provider network. Our 401k, which offers a 100% match and investment options, is available to full-time and part-time staff members, and we feature a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program. At AON, we offer you more than a job, we offer you a career. As a network of independent oncology practices working together as one, we host annual summits each year, providing our employees a chance to collaborate with AON peers from across the country. Promoting from within is a priority at AON, and we support our team members continued growth through professional development programs and tuition assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oncology Consultants