General Summary: The specific tasks of the scribe are dependent upon the physician/provider.
The core responsibility of the scribe is to follow the provider throughout the assigned time period and chart patient encounters in real-time using a medical office's Electronic Health Record, existing templates or paper records. The scribe is limited to recording interactions as dictated by the physician/provider and as such must not interject their own observations or impressions. The position is a clerical role and does not involve direct patient care.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
1. Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
2. Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
3. Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
4. Chart patient encounters in real-time during office visits
5. Reviews documentation to determine accuracy 6. Manage and sort medical documents in the EMR system
7. Generate referral letters for physicians
8. Assist physician with e-Scribing.
9. Assist with other office functions as needed.
Experience:
Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience working in a physician practice setting
Education:
High school diploma/GED required with completion medical office assistant or Medical Assisting program.
Certification: CMA and CPR certifications (Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse, or other clinical professional may function as a scribe as long as minimal credentialing requirements are met or exceeded and all other provisions of the scribe policy and job aid are met.)
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Note Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
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