Medical Scribe

Medical ScribeThe Department of Neurosurgery has an opening for an experienced, initiative-taking, collaborative Medical Scribe. This role will be to provide skilled support and collaborate with other members of the Taubman Neurosurgery Team.The successful candidate will be responsible for capturing an accurate and detailed description of a patient encounter in the provider’s words in the EMR (Electronic Medical Record). Manage an average of three patients per hour, and a minimum of four patients, during peak times. Facilitate diagnostic tests and referrals to medical specialists. This position will retrieve existing information from the patients’ chart, as well as prior medical history and print pertinent information for providers. Supplies or instruments will need to be retrieved, as requested by the provider. This position will also entail escorting patients to other areas within the clinic when needed. Assist with training of newly hired Medical Scribes.Other tasks will include:Entering x-ray/PT ordersRooming patients (utilizing an electronic medical record)Supporting in-clinic proceduresScribing as neededSuture/staple removalAssist with injections.Limited casting and splintingWound careStocking roomsPerform scheduled infection control maintenance of patient care items and equipment.Outside imaging processingFitting off the shelf durable medical equipmentIn addition, this position will retrieve prior medical history, print pertinent information for providers as needed.Other duties as assigned.High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to type 70 words per minute with accuracy Previous Clinical experience or Medical Terminology experience. Reasonable knowledge of and ability to use standard business software, computer applications and dictation equipmentThe preferred candidate will have six months previous experience working in an ambulatory or acute care setting; Neurosurgery experience is helpful. Candidate will have demonstrated exceptional interpersonal communication skills, superior customer service, and exemplary attendance record, the ability to manage stress effectively, a superior work ethic and manage multiple responsibilities. The candidate must be proficient using the Microsoft suite products with a typing speed of 50 wpm. Previous experience working with MiChart/Epic care/Cadence as well as knowledge of university policies and procedures is helpful.Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.M-F based on clinical needTaubman Center Neurosurgery1500 E. Medical Center Drive Ann Arbor, MI 48109This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.