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Job Summary

• The Medical Scribe supports the physician by performing clerical and information technology functions in a clinical setting. This position charts patient encounters in real-time, transcribes physician dictation, manages documents within the electronic health record (EHR), and assists with clinic flow. The Medical Scribe is a critical part of the healthcare team, ensuring accurate and timely documentation while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Essential Functions

• Follow the physician during patient visits and chart encounters in real-time using the EHR
• Transcribe physician dictation, including notes, letters, history and physicals, discharge summaries, and other correspondence
• Generate referral letters and manage medical documentation
• Clarify unclear or incomplete dictation as needed
• Assist with data management tasks during the physician’s clinical activities
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all documentation entered into the medical record

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Proficiency in typing and transcription with high attention to detail
• Minimum typing speed of 60-70 words per minute
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and anticipate physician needs
• Discreet, tactful, and professional in all interactions
• Must demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and self-motivation
• Frequent sitting and computer use required
• Visual acuity necessary for reviewing and entering detailed data
• Occasional walking and interaction with patients and clinical team
• Outpatient clinical environment, primarily within the Cancer Center
• May require occasional travel to satellite locations
• Interacts with physicians, patients, and interdisciplinary team members

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Completion of a Medical Terminology course required
• Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• None required

Experience

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting required
• Experience with EHR systems and practice management software required
• Two years of experience as a Medical Assistant preferred
• Knowledge of hematology/oncology terminology preferred