Medical Scribe

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: ENT Specialist Newport News - Newport News, VA 23602Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Clinical SupportPosition Summary

The Medical Scribe is responsible for transcription of patient medical information and other assigned typing duties using transcribing and word-processing equipment. Coordinates, distributes, and files output. Functions in a multi-disciplinary environment, which requires the application of excellent customer services skills.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Transcribes medical reports and correspondence from recorded dictation.
Transcribes taped dictation of records and letters and other material for physicians, physician extenders, and nurses in a timely manner with a high degree of accuracy utilizing EHR or word-processing and dictation equipment.
Ensures correct spelling of medical terms and other words; ensures correct punctuation and grammar. Makes necessary corrections without changing the test meaning.
Distributes completed documents in designated folders to dictating person within timeframe designated. Makes corrections as necessary.
Fax reports to outside physicians who have referred patients to the clinic or internal physicians that have referred to them.

Compensation starts at $15.00 per hour, with the final hourly rate determined by the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications

QualificationsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of word-processing software and or electronic health record system.
Knowledge of medical transcription guidelines and practices including legal responsibilities related to confidentiality.
Skill in written and oral communication through effective interactions with physicians and other staff.
Skill in customer service through professional and pleasant interactions with public and staff.
Ability to work scheduled hours as defined in the job offer.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for extensive periods of time.
Ability to type 80 wpm from a tape using transcription equipment including earphones and foot controls.
Ability to use designated reference materials.
Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.

Education / Training / Requirements

High School Diploma/GED.
Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, NRCMA, NCMA, or RMA).
Current CPR or BLS certificate.
Two years of medical transcription experience in medical environment.
Certificate of completion in a medical terminology class.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift or move equipment.

Ability to stand and walk for limited periods of time.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to enter data into a computer via a keyboard.
Ability to occasionally reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 30 lbs. *
Ability to grasp and hold up to 30 lbs.*
Ability to occasionally squat and lean over.
Ability to hear normal voice level communications in person or through the telephone.
Ability to speak clearly and understandably.
Basic vision, corrected.
Ability to see and understand data on a computer screen.

Success Factors

Alignment with Company Mission and Core Values

Excellent Time Management/Organized

Open Communication/Positive

Goal Driven

Excellent Customer Service

Juggles Multiple Priorities

Accuracy and Attention to Detail

All statements are essential functions of the position unless identified as non-essential by an asterisk (*).