Medical Scribe job description

Job brief

We are seeking a Medical Scribe to help with our expanding patient workload. The Medical Scribe will be responsible for providing documentation support to physicians and technicians. The optimal candidate is a highly motivated healthcare professional who values the health and well-being of our employees, clients, and patients.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe medical dictation when required and edit speech-recognized draft documents.
• Clarify dictation that is unclear or incomplete, seek assistance, when necessary.
• Use reference materials appropriately and efficiently to facilitate the accuracy, clarity, and completeness of reports including extensive use of internet searches.
• Meet quality and productivity standards (85-100 min/day, quality score of 98 or more).
• Verify patient information for report accuracy and completeness.
• Demonstrate understanding of policies and procedures and organize and prioritize assigned work to meet established standards, turnaround times, and commitments.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Completion of a recognized and reputable medical transcription course with the experience of at least two years transcribing multi-specialty dictation
• Document Specialist certification in healthcare is an asset
• Experience with medical report transcription in acute care settings
• Proficient keyboarding skills
• Notable knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with diseases, anatomy, abbreviations, acronyms, medical/surgical procedures, pharmacology, lab values
• Basic understanding of patient confidentiality and medical privacy laws
• Good written and oral communications skills
• Experience editing speech-recognized draft documents requiring proficient proofreading and editing skills, including excellent listening skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently under minimal supervision and in a team environment