Medical Scribe

Job Summary

The primary role of the Medical Scribe is to assist the physician with documenting the medical chart of each patient seen in the practice. Physician shall introduce the Medical Scribe to the patient as being present to document the physician's dictation of the care provided.

Essential Functions

• Accompanies physician into patient exam room to transcribe history, physical exam and procedures as stated by the physician during interview and exam of patient.

• Signs and dates all entries in the medical record appropriately to identify role as Medical Scribe.

• Tracks status and results of lab, x-ray or other evaluations completed on patient.

• Communicates with physicians and mid-level providers within the practice in a timely and efficient manner while exhibiting the Corewell Health Standards.

• Demonstrates knowledge of physical, intellectual, psycho-social, developmental tasks, major fears and stressors significant for each age group served while providing a safe environment of care and recognizing safety risk considerations for each age group served.

• Ability to demonstrate the Corewell Health Standards in all aspects of job performance.

• Demonstrates courteous behavior, gives clear directions, maintains standards in regard to personal appearance, introduces themselves properly to the patient, and treats all patients with dignity and respect.

• Perform front office duties to provide coverage as needed.

• Demonstrates excellent customer services skills and supports the model of patient and family centered care.

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent

• Comprehensive Medical Terminology experience. Required

• Experience working in health care setting Preferred

Physical Demands

• Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

• Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

• Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

• Sitting: Occasionally

• Standing: Occasionally

• Walking: Seldom

• Forward Bend

• Standing: Seldom

• Forward Bend

• Sitting: Occasionally

• Trunk Rotation

• Standing: Seldom

• Trunk Rotation

• Sitting: Occasionally

• Reach

• Above Shoulder: Seldom

• Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom

• Handling: Occasionally

• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom

• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom

• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently

Primary Location

SITE

• Grosse Pointe Hospital

• 468 Cadieux

• Grosse Pointe

Department Name

Emergency Center Grosse Pointe Scribes

• CHMG East

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every third weekend

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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