[Work From Home] Medical Transcriptionist - January Start Date
Our team is expanding! We have a new opening for a Medical Transcriptionist - January Start Date! Based in our vibrant Remote office, this role is available now. This position requires a strong and diverse skillset in relevant areas to drive success. You can expect a salary of a competitive salary for this role, plus comprehensive benefits. Â Â About the position
The Medical Scribe at Oak Street Health plays a crucial role in supporting primary care providers by managing clinical documentation, allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. This position involves observing patient visits, documenting encounters in real-time, and assisting with clinical documentation improvement. The role is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in healthcare, particularly those on a pre-med track or interested in health informatics and medical coding.
Responsibilities
 Documenting Patient Encounters ~ 80%
,
 Joining the provider in the exam room to observe patient visits
,
 Documenting patient encounters in a structured note, including the history of the present illness, assessment, plan, and physical exam
,
 Assigning appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes
,
 Preparing After Visit Summaries
,
 Consulting with provider to ensure accurate and specific documentation
,
 Clinical Documentation Improvement ~ 10%
,
 Requesting and reviewing medical records
,
 Leveraging Oak Street's population health tools to support clinical documentation improvement
,
 Preparing for and supporting Daily Huddles and Clinical Documentation Reviews
,
 Consulting with provider on clinical documentation opportunities
,
 Administrative support for your provider and care team ~ 10%
,
 Placing orders and referrals
,
 Addressing tasks
,
 Supporting the care team with additional responsibilities related to clinical documentation
,
 Other duties as assigned
Requirements
 Knowledge of medical terminology and common medications, either from a pre-medical degree or prior clinical experience [required]
,
 Prior clinical experience, including shadowing and/or volunteering [strongly preferred]
,
 Prior scribe or transcription experience [preferred but not required]
,
 Advanced listening and communication skills [required]
,
 Strong computer literacy and ability to learn new technical workflows [required]
,
 Fluency in Spanish, Polish, Russian, or other languages spoken by people in the communities we serve [required where indicated]
,
 Ability to adapt to new workflows and to quickly learn new concepts and skills [required]
,
 Ability to type 70+ words per minute [strongly preferred]
,
 Ability and willingness to take direction and be a member of a team providing patient care, including adapting to the provider's working style [required]
,
 Ability to be a self-starter within your role scope
,
 Excellent job attendance including ability to work in-person in our clinics [required]
,
 Ability to commit to at least 1 year in role (2+ is ideal) [required]
,
 Ability to work approximately 40-45 hours per week during clinic hours (full time position) with predictable hours and break times [required]
,
 Compliance with hospital and Oak Street Health policies, including HIPAA [required]
,
 US work authorization [required]
Nice-to-haves
 Prior scribe or transcription experience [preferred but not required]
,
 Ability to type 70+ words per minute [strongly preferred]
Benefits
 Mission-focused career impacting change and measurably improving health outcomes for medicare patients
,
 Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/retirement 401K match options
,
 Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits Apply Job! Take the Next StepAre you ready for this challenge? Apply now and let's discuss how you can become a vital part of our success story.
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The Medical Scribe at Oak Street Health plays a crucial role in supporting primary care providers by managing clinical documentation, allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. This position involves observing patient visits, documenting encounters in real-time, and assisting with clinical documentation improvement. The role is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in healthcare, particularly those on a pre-med track or interested in health informatics and medical coding.
Responsibilities
 Documenting Patient Encounters ~ 80%
,
 Joining the provider in the exam room to observe patient visits
,
 Documenting patient encounters in a structured note, including the history of the present illness, assessment, plan, and physical exam
,
 Assigning appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes
,
 Preparing After Visit Summaries
,
 Consulting with provider to ensure accurate and specific documentation
,
 Clinical Documentation Improvement ~ 10%
,
 Requesting and reviewing medical records
,
 Leveraging Oak Street's population health tools to support clinical documentation improvement
,
 Preparing for and supporting Daily Huddles and Clinical Documentation Reviews
,
 Consulting with provider on clinical documentation opportunities
,
 Administrative support for your provider and care team ~ 10%
,
 Placing orders and referrals
,
 Addressing tasks
,
 Supporting the care team with additional responsibilities related to clinical documentation
,
 Other duties as assigned
Requirements
 Knowledge of medical terminology and common medications, either from a pre-medical degree or prior clinical experience [required]
,
 Prior clinical experience, including shadowing and/or volunteering [strongly preferred]
,
 Prior scribe or transcription experience [preferred but not required]
,
 Advanced listening and communication skills [required]
,
 Strong computer literacy and ability to learn new technical workflows [required]
,
 Fluency in Spanish, Polish, Russian, or other languages spoken by people in the communities we serve [required where indicated]
,
 Ability to adapt to new workflows and to quickly learn new concepts and skills [required]
,
 Ability to type 70+ words per minute [strongly preferred]
,
 Ability and willingness to take direction and be a member of a team providing patient care, including adapting to the provider's working style [required]
,
 Ability to be a self-starter within your role scope
,
 Excellent job attendance including ability to work in-person in our clinics [required]
,
 Ability to commit to at least 1 year in role (2+ is ideal) [required]
,
 Ability to work approximately 40-45 hours per week during clinic hours (full time position) with predictable hours and break times [required]
,
 Compliance with hospital and Oak Street Health policies, including HIPAA [required]
,
 US work authorization [required]
Nice-to-haves
 Prior scribe or transcription experience [preferred but not required]
,
 Ability to type 70+ words per minute [strongly preferred]
Benefits
 Mission-focused career impacting change and measurably improving health outcomes for medicare patients
,
 Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/retirement 401K match options
,
 Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits Apply Job! Take the Next StepAre you ready for this challenge? Apply now and let's discuss how you can become a vital part of our success story.
Apply Now