Job description

Long Island Plastic Surgical Group is currently looking for a Medical Scribe. The position will require travel to our Garden City and Babylon location.

Must be able to work Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Working toward a degree/certification in the medical field preferred

• Training as a medical scribe preferred

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Language Skills – The ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Medical Scribes must be proficient in typing and good at spelling, punctuation, grammar, and oral communication. Must be able to listen to complex medical information and summarize it in a clear, complete, and concise fashion. Excellent English composition skills are required to generate professional, polished writing at a high rate of production. Handwriting must be clear and legible.
• Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessments to the extent required to understand and accurately transcribe dictated reports. Translate medical abbreviations into their expanded forms.
• Reasoning Ability – Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to apply logic and draw conclusions based on knowledge. Have the ability to refer to reference materials to solve problems.
• Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to learn and use all functions of electronic medical record software and transcription software. Must accurately enter data into a database, search for information, and send and receive emails and attachments. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word in order to prepare correspondence, medical reports, and other documents. Must use Microsoft Excel to prepare flowcharts and organize data. Must use the internet to access schedules, research information, etc.
• Other Skills and Abilities – Must be able to type words and numbers quickly and accurately; must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when accessing or communicating patient information.
• Familiarity with cosmetic and reconstructive procedures preferred.
• Social media experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES:

• A flexible schedule may be required.
• 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

• Dictation/faxing/phone calls and clerical tasks. Medical Scribes are asked to prepare referral letters as directed by the physician, via dictation or summary of the medical record. You may be asked to research contact information for referring physicians, coordinate referrals, prepare operative reports, make phone calls, and other clerical tasks as assigned.
• Medical Scribes also spot mistakes or inconsistencies in medical documentation and check to correct the information in order to reduce errors. All addenda must be signed off by a physician. Medical Scribes ensure that all clinical data, lab or other test results, and the interpretation of the results by the physician are recorded accurately in the medical record. Alert the physician when the chart is incomplete. Medical Scribes must comply with specific standards that apply to the style of medical records and to the legal and ethical requirements for preparing medical documents and for keeping patient information confidential.
• Attend training on diverse subjects such as information technology, legal, HIPAA and regulatory compliance, billing, and coding. Quickly assimilate new knowledge into processes and procedures. Medical Scribes proofread and edit all the physician’s medical documents for accuracy, spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Administrative duties as needed.

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: One location

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