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Part timeShift:
Other (United States of America)Hours per week:
24Job Information
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
A Brief Overview
This position spends a high percentage of time performing medical transcription duties as a "real time" Documentation Assistant for a specific physician. Time is spent routing and processing documentation and delivering reports to physicians for review in a timely manner. Core responsibility is to capture accurate and detailed documentation of the patient encounter in a real time manner. Member uses acquired, office-based skills to assist physicians and nursing personnel to maintain smooth working order of the offices, continuity of patient care and client satisfaction.
Education Qualifications
Successfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program. Required or
Successfully completed a medical assistant or patient care technician program. Required or
A Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician may be substituted for the educational requirement. Required
Experience Qualifications
1 year Transcription/scribe/MA or PCT experience Preferred
Experience typing or transcribing conversations. Required
Experience in a medical setting working with providers. Required
Experience with medical terminology and procedures. Required
Skills and Abilities
Conscientious regarding care of equipment, utilization of supplies and personal time.
Knowledgeable of correct set-up and procedures to safely perform ear irrigation, monitor oxygen via mask and nasal cannula, assist with suture care and removal.
Knowledgeable of and follows correct techniques in the ordering, collection, and labeling specimens; in assisting providers in clean or sterile procedures.
Possess the ability to organize and prioritize assigned work duties and have a desire to interact with patients in a professional and empathetic manner.
Licenses and Certifications
Active certification to practice in Kansas as either Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician is required as a substitute for education qualifications. Required
What you will do
All documentation assistant entries must contain an entry made by the provider that - Affirms the providers presence during the time the encounter was recorded -Verification that provider reviewed the information - Verification of the accuracy of the information - Provider authentication including date and time
Assist the provider in navigating the EHR. Respond to various EHR messages as directed by the provider. Enter information into the EHR as directed by the provider. Relay all advisories or alerts that appear while scribing to obtain guidance from Provider on proper response. Ensure that all entries in the EHR by the Documentation Assistant are authenticated by the Documentation Assistant including date and time.
Locate information for review (i.e. previous notes, reports, results, etc.). Obtains vital signs, medication list, allergies, simple patient history information accurately. Knowledgeable of correct set-up and procedures to safely perform ear irrigation, monitor oxygen via mask and nasal cannula, assist with suture care and removal.
Receives telephone messages and appropriately relays these messages to the physicians and nurses. Assists with callbacks as indicated to deliver prompt, prioritized patient care (patient, pharmacies, insurance companies, etc.). Schedules consults and follow up appointments.
Complete In basket work such as result notes at direction of provider, order information, and patient schedule.
Relay all advisories or alerts that appear while scribing to obtain guidance from Provider on proper response.
Obtain medication and procedure prior authorizations.
Applies proper techniques with hand washing, instrument handling and care, care and cleaning of exam rooms and equipment and determination of when and how to use personal protective clothing/equipment.
Assists with simple patient teaching: procedures, laboratory tests, medications, etc.
Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials. Prepares list of supplies needed. Checks expiration dates.
May assist with wound care and cast care.
Assists with Code Blue events and transfers to hospital.
Efficiently documents medical information using the appropriate electronic applications and/or forms.
Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
Performs other duties as assigned
Patient Facing Options
Position is Patient Facing
Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.
Remote Work Capability
On-Site; No Remote
Scope
No Supervisory Responsibility
No Budget Responsibility
Physical Demands
Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour
Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour
Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour
Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour
Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours
Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours
Grasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours
Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour
Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
Repetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 Hours
Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours
Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours
Stooping: Rarely less than 1 hour
Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Walking: Frequently 3-5 Hours
Working Conditions
Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour
Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour
Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour
Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour
Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour
Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour
Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour
Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour
Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour
Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour
Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour
Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour
Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour
Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour
Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.
Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.
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