You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated Medical Scribe to join their team. The Clinical Informatics Specialist (CIS) collaborates with primary care providers to ensure accurate and efficient medical documentation during patient encounters. The role involves scribing medical histories, examinations, and other pertinent information into electronic health record (EHR) systems, enabling healthcare professionals to focus more on patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Encounter Documentation: Accompany healthcare providers during patient visits and accurately document all relevant medical information in real-time.
• EHR Management: Utilize EHR systems to input and manage patient data, ensuring documentation complies with standards.
• Chart Review: Regularly review and organize patient charts for completeness and accuracy.
• Effective Communication: Act as a liaison between healthcare providers and team members to facilitate information exchange.
• Data Entry and Coding: Input accurate ICD-10 and CPT codes for provided diagnoses and procedures.
• Liaison for Documentation Queries: Work with the coding team and providers for resolution of queries.
• Morning Huddle Preparation: Research patients' historical charts to enhance presentations.
• Quality Metrics Management: Manage and report healthcare quality metrics and close care gaps.
• Population Health Optimization: Analyze strategies to aid patient stratification and chronic care management.
• Evidence-Based Research: Stay updated on medical protocols and provide data updates to the care team.
• Maintain Confidentiality: Uphold patient privacy and confidentiality regulations.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• 2+ years of scribe experience or clinical experience with some scribing
• Medical Assistant Diploma, Bachelor's degree preferred

Skills

• Proficient in electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

Compliance with employment and regulatory requirements will be maintained throughout employment tenure.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.