Medical Assistant (MA) Scribe Dermatology

Responsibilities

Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information; Performs laboratory procedures using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines; Assists the physician/advance practice provider (APP) with procedures and surgeries; Administers routine medications under physician/APP orders; Provides basic patient instructions and follows through with necessary procedure or test requests, pre-approved care algorithms, new appointment times and referrals; Communicates with physicians and other members of the health care team to ensure smooth clinic flow; Prepares and assembles medical record documentation/chart for physician prior to patient visit; Enters the patient room with the physician/clinician during patient visit to capture and transcribe medical record documentation in real time using electronic medical record applications; Prepares (pends) orders including follow-up testing, lab orders, medication orders, consults and/or referrals and the associated diagnosis; Completes medical records for each encounter ensuring accurate and timely documentation; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), to be obtained within 45 days; Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant; Typically requires 1 year of experience in medical assisting, medical transcription, emergency medical services, patient service and/or as a health care professional with demonstrated proficiency in medical terminology and technical spelling; Successful completion of Aurora authorized medical scribe training course within 30 days of hire; Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency; Knowledge of medical terminology, including basic human anatomy and coding; Knowledge of essential elements of documenting a provider-patient encounter, HIPAA compliance, and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services requirements; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to maintain sensitivity and confidentiality for the patient while assisting physician; Ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships; Proficient computer skills including advanced keyboarding, above average typing speed, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems; High attention to detail and accuracy when documenting health information; Ability to work effectively in a fast paced and stressful environment; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs over the head, carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance, push/pull with 30 lbs of force, and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance