Job Details
Job Details
Job Location
ALLERGY ASTHMA GUNBARREL - Chattanooga, TN
Position Type
Full-Time
Education Level
Medical Assistant Certification
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Health Care
Description
Medical Scribe, MA
Galen Medical Group offers several medical specialties throughout the Chattanooga region. We provide quality care and patient-friendly services to adults and children of all ages. Our mission is to elevate the health of our community through multiple medical specialties providing excellent care delivered with wisdom, compassion, integrity, and a commitment to technology, education, and scientific inquiry.
This role will travel with the Provider to all Galen locations and will be a 4 day, 10 hour shift, Monday through Thursday
The Medical Scribe is responsible for assisting providers with patient care by controlling patient flow, obtaining and documenting the history and vital signs, performing assigned procedures, and providing patient education. Accompanies provider in room and documents clinical notes, laboratory results, prescription refills, procedures, billing information, and any other documentation as directed by the provider.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the physician, including but not limited to:
- Patient medical history and physical exam,
- Procedures and treatments performed by healthcare professionals, including nurses and physician assistants.
- Patient education and explanations of risks and benefits.
- Physician-dictated diagnoses, prescriptions, and instructions for patient or family members for self-care and follow-up
- Prepare referral letters as directed by the physician
- Ensures medical record compliance by self-documentation attestation.
- Prepares and sends all documentation to physicians for review and approval via authentication of detailed data entry and facility-specific procedures.
- Monitors the duration of basic lab results and screening procedures.
- Performs other clerical duties and tasks to improve provider productivity and clinic workflow as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/EXPECTATIONS:- Promote the mission, vision, and values of Galen Medical Group.
- Maintain confidentiality of all patient, medical, financial, and legal information.
- Report to work on time and as scheduled.
- Some weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required.
- Represent the organization in a positive & professional manner.
- Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others professionally.
- Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
- Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
- Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
- Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as directed by your manager.
- Consistently demonstrate the value of a team concept.
- Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities.
- Complete assignments efficiently and on time.
- Understand and abide by OSHA, HIPAA & CLIA standards.
The above job description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not intended to be a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:Education:- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Medical Assistant Certification from a Nationally Accredited Institution.
- CPR trained and certified.
Experience:- 6 months or more experience as a Medical Scribe.
- 6 months or more related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Skills/Certifications:- Medical terminology experience.
- Recognition of physical exam process and ability to record exam details.
- Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications.
- Legible handwriting and ability to accurately record information.
- Organizational skills with a focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
- Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families.
- Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
As part of the Galen Medical Group, the applicant must be a team player and provide excellent customer service while assessing our patients needs efficiently. Perform all duties in compliance with Galen Medical policies, HIPAA, and OSHA standards.
Galen Medical Group is a member of the TN Drug-Free Workplace and it is a requirement that we conduct a pre-employment drug screen, as part of the hiring process.
Why should you apply?- 401(k) benefits.
- Education reimbursement.
- Holiday Pay.
- Great earned time-off policy.
- Company-paid Life Insurance & Long Term Disability.