Scribe - Per Diem

Description

California Pacific Orthopaedics is the Bay Area’s leader in the diagnosis and treatment of orthopedic and sports-related injuries. We offer the most advanced treatment, the latest technology, and the least invasive techniques in the field. We offer two locations; San Rafael and San Francisco. California Pacific Orthopaedics is highly computerized and strictly enforces HIPAA privacy guidelines. We are dedicated to serving our patients with high levels of expertise and customer service.

You will be joining a dynamic team that works hard to support each other. Our team is made up of thoughtful leadership and talented professionals who are driven to offer the best patient care. Our leadership team ensures that employees can take time off to recharge and have the flexibility to care for themselves and their families.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Medical Scribe to support our orthopedic providers by accurately documenting patient encounters in real time. The ideal candidate is organized, efficient, and able to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining strict confidentiality and professionalism.

Essential Functions – Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Accompany providers during patient visits and document medical histories, physical exams, procedures, and treatment plans in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Accurately transcribe providerpatient interactions in real time
• Ensure documentation is complete, timely, and compliant with clinic standards
• Assist with chart preparation by reviewing prior notes, imaging, and test results
• Enter orders for labs, imaging, and referrals as directed by the provider
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations
• Adapt quickly to different providers’ workflows and documentation preferences

Qualification & Skills

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1+ years as a medical assistant or related experience
• Experience with scheduling appointments
• Proficient in computers using MS Office applications and with EHR (preferably Epic)
• Strong knowledge of clinical/medical practice operations, procedures, terminology, and administration
• Ability to collaborate across departments and build effective relationships with internal and external clients to achieve
• Strong verbal/written communication and listening skills; including excellent interpersonal skills and telephone communication.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on allocated assignments.
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Handles confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work is performed in a clinic and office setting. Ability to accurately type, write, and use general office equipment is necessary. Extensive telephone communication is required.

About California Pacific Orthopaedics

California Pacific Orthopaedics was founded in 1977 by Dr. John Callander, Dr. Richard Bost, and Dr. William Green. Through their dedication to excellent patient care in the field of orthopedic surgery, we are now the largest and longest standing orthopedic private practice in the Bay Area. California Pacific Orthopaedics has a reputation of being one of the best places to receive your orthopedic care and we truly believe that every employee contributes to the experience that our patients have. We are committed to making California Pacific Orthopaedics the best it can be, and we use our values of professionalism, respect, excellence and teamwork to guide the way. We also see our company as a family and want to create an environment where employees feel welcomed, have fun, and enjoy coming to work every day.