Medical Assistant With Medical Scribe/Transcription

Teche Action Clinic, A Federally Qualified Health Center, per Section 330 of the Public Health Service Act, is currently seeking qualified applicants for a Medical Assistant with Medical Scribe/Transcription in Houma, Louisiana.

 **This is a full-time position. Office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm and Friday 8:00am - 12:00noon.**

JOB SUMMARY:

The Medical Scribe will be responsible for performing all clerical and information technology data entry for a provider in a clinic setting as well as anticipate the needs of the provider to manage the clinic flow. The Medial Scribe is also responsible for transcribing and entering data handwritten by the provider into the EHR. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong customer service skills, organization skills, and have attention to detail. Must be able to multi-task and be self-motivated. This position requires travel to TAC facility(s)
concurrent with assigned provider.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Document visits and procedures in an accurate and thorough manner while visit is conducted by provider
  (Scribe).
• Document visits and procedures handwritten by the provider in an accurate and thorough manner
  (Transcribe).
• Communicate with provider to ensure medical record is thorough and complete, as well as accurate and
  consistent.
• Document pertinent information appropriately in EMR while following TAB guidelines.
• Works with provider(s) to ensure completion of documentation in accordance with TAC Completion of Record
  policy and procedure.
• May assist provider in clerical tasks, such as phone calls, faxes, prescriptions, and referrals.
• May assist in developing and maintaining systems to track patient follow up and compliance.
• Utilizes time management skills to ensure provider stays on task and maintains flow of clinic.
• Demonstrates ability to keep patient information confidential.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma required and completion of Medical Assistant program. No experience required. Understanding of medical terminology preferred.

Communication Ability:  

• Excellent communication skills at level necessary for understanding and relaying instructions to participants/patients and for accurately documenting information.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

Math Ability:  

• Basic Math Skills

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret directives from supervisor and TAC personnel.

Computer Skills:

• Education/training or work experience in computer basics and data entry a must.
• Ability to utilize the EMR systems.

Professional Skills:

• Ability to assume responsibility and exercise authority over assigned work functions.
• Ability to establish and maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
• Skill in organizing work, making assignments, and achieving goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of the purposes, organization and policies of the community’s health systems sufficient to interact with other health care providers. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, policy-making bodies, third-party payers, patients, and the public.

Benefits Package:

• Medical, Vision and Dental Health Insurance
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Long Term Benefits
• Short Term Benefits
• Free Life Insurance
• 401K Plan Benefits 
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Set Schedule
  
• National Health Service Corps Site
• 10 paid holidays
• Family-Friendly Work Environment
• Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness through Federal and State Programs

Eligibility Requirements:

• All employees must meet eligibility standards in order to be considered for the position applying for. Internal applicants must be with be with the organization for at least one year, with no disciplinary actions on file. If you have not been with the organization for a year, approval from your direct supervisor will be needed.

**Due to CMS Mandate all applicants must be fully vaccinated prior to onboarding with TAC with the exception of an approved Medical or Religious Exemption.**