Scribe

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Meadowview Regional Medical Center is a 100-bed, acute care, Joint Commission accredited facility named one of the 100 Top Hospitals in the country five times in the past decade. We strive to deliver high-quality, cost-effective healthcare in the communities we serve.

Where We Are:

Nestled along the south banks of the Ohio River in northeastern Kentucky, the picturesque town of Maysville is one of the state's best kept secrets. We are proud to offer the amenities of a larger metropolitan area, with the comfort and intimacy of a small city. Southern hospitality and progressive leadership have made this city live much larger than its size.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Advancement opportunities with responsive, supportive leadership
• Continuing education opportunities
• Free Parking
• And much more...

Position Summary:

A Scribe works to facilitate patient flow and ensure an accurate and complete medical record for each patient in clinic setting.

Reports To: Physician Practice Director

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma - required.
• Associate's Degree Preferred.
• Will consider Healthcare students enrolled in a program such as medical student/physician assistant student/or nursing student.
• Must be able to meet the requirements for clinic hours of operation.

License

• CMA License Required or CCMA

Certifications

• Basic Life Support

Essential Functions

• Accompany physician into the patient examination room in order to transcribe a history and physical exam, and document accurately the physician's encounter with the patient and others present.
• List all proper diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow up instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the physician.
• Transcribe patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, medications, etc.
• Document any procedures performed by the physician.
• Scribe is responsible for entering attestation, sign and date all records at time of service.
• The scribe's primary function is to act as a "living recorder" with no clinical patient contact, eg.the scribe does not obtain vital signs, administer medications, or assist in medical procedures performed by the physician, nurse, or tech.

Required Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, detail oriented with decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. 
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. 
• Must be flexible with work location assignments.
• Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, diagnostic procedure, pharmacology, and treatment assessment.
• Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications.
• Proficient in typing, spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

Functional Demands

Populations Served:
Neonate (Infant (Early Childhood (1 year and Late Childhood (5 years and Adolescent (13 and Young Adult (17 to Middle Adult (30 years to Older Adult (>60 years)

Protected Health Information
Type of Protected Information Accessed:

• Demographic
• Clinical
• Insurance
• Financial
• Complete Medical Record

Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure

• While performing this job, occupational exposure is present for all employees

EEOC Statement: 

Meadowview Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 

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