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Medical Scribe

Summary

Responsible for capturing an accurate and detailed description of a patient encounter in the provider’s words.

Examples of Work

Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description. These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.

  • Enters patient medical history into the EHR as directed by the provider, and documents physician dictated notes such as the physical exam, differential diagnoses, and progress notes.

Education and Experience

Two years of undergraduate education with emphasis in pre-medical studies.

Licensure and Certification

None

Supervision

None

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