Medical Scribe - OBGYN at University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa

Job Description:

The University of Iowa Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is seeking a patient centered allied health professional desiring a clearly defined medical career path. A Clerk Typist III (Medical Scribe) in Obstetrics and Gynecology division of Maternal Fetal Medicine will act as an assistant to the physician; performing documentation in Epic, gathering information for the patient's visit, and partnering with the physician to deliver efficient patient care. The Scribe will perform complex typing or word processing assignments on a regular and recurring basis, such as typing physician notes and templates requiring specialized terminology, and perform related clerical work as required. Duties involve the use of personal computers, computer terminals, and a variety of software some of which may be discipline specific.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology provides consultation, comprehensive treatment planning and a broad range of services for patients with normal and high-risk pregnancies and for gynecology, including oncology and reproductive endocrinology. Our comprehensive medical, surgical, and nursing services span the full spectrum of all obstetric and gynecologic patients at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. In addition to patient care, the department is noted for its strong educational programs for sonography students, medical students, residents, fellows, and practicing physicians. Basic and clinical research in reproductive medicine is an important departmental activity.


Position Responsibilities:

• Prepares and types complex medical records within the electronic health record and ultrasound reporting software.
• Assists physicians in developing and editing clinical documentation templates.

Required Qualifications:


Any combination of related clerical office experience, related undergraduate education and/or post high school clerical training that is the equivalent to two years of full-time employment and includes the use of word processing.


Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with scribing for physicians entering medical information into Epic (Electronic Medical Record)
• Typing proficiency
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to multitask
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with a multi-disciplinary team
• 1-3 years of medical assistant or related experience

Position and Application Details:

• In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume and mark them as a relevant file to the submission.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
• Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
• For additional questions please contact Cassie Burrill at cassie-burrill@uiowa.edu.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Clerk Typist III
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 8

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Cassie Burrill
• Contact Email: cassie-burrill@uiowa.edu

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