Medical Scribe

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Glendale, CAtime type:
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Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R-The mission of The Los Angeles Cancer Network is to provide unparalleled care to each patient that comes through our doors. We offer individualized treatment using the most recent and relevant proven advances in cancer care, curated with deliberation and compassion. LACN is committed to educating and supporting our patients and their families through every step of the way. We deliver a unique approach for every patient to ensure they receive treatment best suited to their condition, age, and other important factors.

We do this by participating in important clinical research, encouraging screenings for early detection, and providing innovative treatment. We are proud to be at the forefront of cancer research through our partnership with One Oncology.
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* Job Description:

** As a
** Medical Scribe**, you will participate in the successful execution of scribe services to health care providers. In this position, you will be required to follow and observe provider(s) for extended periods to accurately document every aspect of every patient encounter as well as assist with the efficiency of each provider(s) by complying with the location-specific workflows. Every location has unique and specific goals, outlined by the provider(s), and you will be expected to work collaboratively as part of a team to achieve these goals.
** 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 providers and nursing staff, patient education, physician-dictated diagnoses, prescriptions, and instructions.
* Preparation of referral letters as directed by the physician, coordinate referrals, prepare operative reports, and other clerical tasks as assigned.
* Collect, organize and catalog data for physician quality reporting system and other quality improvement efforts.
* Assist in developing and maintaining systems to track patient follow-up and compliance.
* List all proper admission or discharge diagnoses as well as follow-up care instructions as dictated by the provider.
* Document the time and reasoning for, but not electronically submit, patient orders including lab tests, radiology tests, and medications.
* Successfully navigates the location-specific Electronic Medical Record (or EMR) system to input documentation.
* Inform provider(s) when diagnostic studies are completed, prepare for review, and document in EMR.
* Work under pressure, within time constraints. Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation.
* Exhibit excellent listening skills.
* Concentrate on the needs of the provider(s) throughout the entire shift.
* Understand and observe legal concepts (e.g. HIPAA, confidentiality).
* Maintains professional appearance (uniform as specified) and conduct at all times.
* Adhere to and observe company and client partner work practices (e.g. cell phone use, food/drink policies).
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the provider(s), staff and management.
* Comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when accessing or communicating patient information.
* Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.
** Key Competencies
*** Writing Skills – knowledge and demonstration of proper grammar and spelling in documentation, ability to write concisely, clearly, and logically. Exhibit legible handwriting.
* Typing Skills – the ability to type accurately at 45 wpm + is preferred.
* Exhibit excellence in medical terminology and billing & coding knowledge in all documentation.
* Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessments to the extent required to understand and accurately transcribe dictated reports.
* Client Service – ability to respond to and anticipate needs, including process constructive critical feedback.
* Interpersonal Relations – ability to exhibit understanding and respect…