Medical Scribe/medical Assistant - Sherman Oaks, United States - VICTORY HEMATOLOGY AND ONCOLOGY INC

VICTORY HEMATOLOGY AND ONCOLOGY INC

Verified Company

Sherman Oaks, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k)

matching

Competitive salary
Health insurance
Paid time off

Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized individual to join our team as a Medical Scribe.

As a Medical Scribe, you will work closely with physician to accurately document patient encounters and assist in medical record management.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in the medical field.

Responsibilities:

Accompany healthcare professionals during patient visits and accurately document medical histories, symptoms, physical exams, diagnoses, and treatment plans
Transcribe medical information into electronic health records (EHR) or other designated systems
Ensure timely completion of medical documentation and maintain accuracy and confidentiality of patient information
Assist with medical record management, including filing, organizing, and retrieving patient records
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to facilitate efficient workflow and ensure accurate documentation
Stay uptodate with medical terminology, procedures, and coding guidelines

Requirements:

Excellent typing skills with a minimum typing speed of [type] words per minute
Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems or similar medical office software
Knowledge of medical documentation processes and procedures
Strong understanding of anatomy and physiology
Familiarity with emergency room (ER) procedures is a plus
Ability to transcribe medical information accurately and efficiently
Knowledge of medical terminology, abbreviations, and coding systems
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fastpaced environment
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to organize and track multiple records and requests and follow through in a timely manner
Ability to handle confidential material while protecting its strict confidentiality
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers
Ability to perform under the pressure of frequent interruptions and distractions
Transportation/driving required to possible various locations

Note:
All positions at our company are paid positions.

At the time if no medical scribe related work available in the office, this position will do medical assistant work.

Major Duties/Responsibilities Include (but not limited to):
Greeting patients with a friendly, compassionate and professional demeanor

Utilizing a desktop or laptop computer for data entry and daily office functions

Scheduling appointments (i.e. new patient, follow-up, chemotherapy, outside providers)

Entering patient demographic and insurance information accurately

Verifying patient insurance and eligibility

Checking patients in at time of arrival

Collecting co-payments/deductibles/account balances

Triage/Interview patients

Vital Signs, injections, venipunctures, gather specimens and send to lab for processing timely

Document chief complaint/medical history/update medication list

Request/Gather all necessary data for each patient medical record (i.e. hospital/referring physician office/radiology and or lab records)

Maintain a clean/organized work area including front office/triage area/examination/treatment rooms

Prepare treatment rooms before each examination

Properly drape patients if necessary

Sterilize instruments and maintain all medical equipment

Assist the physician with procedures and treatments

Review physician orders/monitor prescriptions/request authorizations

Stock office/medical supplies and request supply orders timely based on inventory needs

Must be a team player, passionate about patient care, self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Communicate efficiently with patients, physicians and other healthcare staff

Other duties as directed by the physician and/or office manager

Obtain insurance authorizations for all required exams and document approvals.

Obtain information on the patient's eligibility status with the insurance company to ensure proper coverage and payment for services.

Obtain patients' hospitalization information and enter necessary data into computer system.