Scribe/Medical Assistant

As a Scribe/MA you will work directly with the Radiation Oncologist, playing a critical role in ensuring accurate documentation and smooth patient appointments. You will prepare patient charts, document patient encounters, assist the oncologist during appointments, and communicate effectively with the oncology team.

Essential Functions

• Prepare patient charts before each appointment, ensuring all necessary items are entered.
• Document all labs and diagnostics performed since the previous visit, including PET scans, ultrasounds, CT scans etc.
• Revise the physical exam under direction of the oncologist.
• Document the entire encounter between the oncologist and the patient, including patient complaints, reason for the visit, changes in the physical exam.
• Update all information in the plan under direction of the oncologist.
• Communicate with other members of the oncology team as needed through orders and chart messages.
• Place orders needed before the next patient visit and add new diagnostic codes related to new orders.
• Assist with physician schedule and daily flow, preparing all notes and documentation for oncologist review.

Other Qualifications

• CNA/CMA experience preferred
• Typing speed of at least 50 wpm
• Communication and interpersonal skills – must be able to communicate effectively with multiple people on a daily basis including but not limited to physicians, hospital personnel, insurance providers, patients etc.
• Demonstrate high attention to detail and excellent organization skills
• Ability to learn various systems and software related to billing and insurance
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products including but not limited to Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong time management skills