Job Description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary
As a medical scribe, the individual are responsible for ensuring the well-being of patients and for providing a positive, supportive environment for patients and other staff while working in conjunction with physicians, advanced practice clinicians, front office and clinical staff.

Job Duties

• Document patient medical history and physical exam.
• Document procedures and treatments performed by providers.
• Prepare office notes/template for upcoming appointments.
• Submits electronic prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by providers.
• Transcribe patient orders including laboratory test, radiology test, medications, etc.
• Transcribes any consultations or discussions with family members and/or the clinician.
• Performs clerical duties and tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED to include heath sciences classes (Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, etc.)
• Understanding of medical terminology.
• CMSS - Certified Medical Scribe Specialist - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical School Diploma Medical Assistant or
• EMT

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Work Shift:
Day Shift

Address:
2775 Schoenersville Rd

Primary Location:
Bethlehem- Schoenersville Road

Position Type:
Onsite

Union:
Not Applicable

Work Schedule:
variable shift and hours M-F 6:45-5:30 No weekends or Major Holidays

Department:
1012-80104 LVPG-L Ortho & Sports Med - Bethlehem

Job Tags

Work at office, Local area, Shift work, Day shift

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