Medical Assistant Scribe

Job Description

Medical Scribe Assistant

Contract to Hire (4 months)

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Responsibilities:

• Perform provider documentation of patient information as dictated by a provider in a legible and clear manner.
• Ensures that all documentation follows scribe policy and procedure as outlined by Florida Heart and Vascular.
• Complete all documentation real time and within the same date of service and communicate to provider when chart is complete and ready for review and sign off.
• Perform clinical intake of patients to include taking and recording vital signs and patient history.
• Assist patients as needed with walking, transfer, exam preparation, etc.
• Ensure the well-being of patients and for providing a positive, supportive environment for patients and other staff.

Qualifications:

• Understanding of patient confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; ability to interact effectively with diverse patient populations. • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; bilingual abilities are a plus.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills; experience with AthenaHealth is a plus.
• Previous experience in customer service or a medical office setting preferred.