Medical Scribe (Outpatient) - Per Diem - Union, NJReq #:0000177610 Category:Clerical / Administrative Support Status:Per Diem Shift:Day Facility:Childrens Specialized Hosp Department:Ambulatory Clinic Location: Union (UNC), 2840 Morris Ave., Union, NJ 07083 Job Overview: Assists medical providers in pediatric ambulatory care and primary care settings by providing accurate documentation of medical encounters in order to ensure high quality, efficient clinical care. Qualifications: Required: + High School Diploma or equivalent + Previous experience working, volunteering, or shadowing in a medical setting + Knowledge of medical terminology + Computer literacy and advanced typing ability + Good verbal and written English communication skills + Ability to multi-task and efficiently manage time + Tact and courtesy in dealing with others Preferred: + Bachelor s Degree in science-based field + Experience with electronic EMR Scheduling Requirements: + Per Diem + Flexibility in working hours to coincide with assigned medical providers changes in schedules Essential Functions: + Gather pertinent information from EMR before visits + Accompany medical providers into patient visits and thoroughly document encounters, including patient history, review of systems, physical examination, diagnoses, and treatment plan in the EMR + Ensure timely completion of medical documentation for providers to review and sign + Remind providers of orders or referrals that need to be placed, if necessary + Prepare handouts for patients and their families as requested by assigned provider + Perform other tasks as requested by medical staff or leaders in order maintain workflow + Ability to cross-train and provide coverage in different specialties + Ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained in accordance with HIPAA laws RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer